Is an ADU just another type of D...
No, a Duplex is typically two principal dwellings on the same parcel, which can be either attached or detached from one another. An ADU must...
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I heard a municipality discussing issuance of municipal civil infraction notices that are payable to the community without Court involvement. What is that process?
A community may penalize ordinance violations through the municipal civil infraction process as provided under Michigan law. MCL 600.8701 et seq. A municipality that penalizes ordinance violations as municipal civil infractions may establish a municipal ordinance violations bureau and issue municipal civil infraction notices that are payable directly to the municipality upon an admission of responsibility.
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Allowing Accessory Dwelling Unit...
More recently, accessory dwelling units (“ADUs”) have become a focus with increased housing availability and demands. Many have raised q...
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Does my township have to publish...
No, but you may be required to publish a synopsis. There is no requirement to publish meeting minutes in a newspaper. However, some General ...
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