Land Use & Zoning

In Michigan, a 'wetlands permit' from EGLE is required before:

ASelling property that contains wetlands
BFilling, draining, or otherwise disturbing regulated wetlands✓ Correct
CBuilding a dock on a lakefront property
DPlanting native vegetation in wetland areas

Explanation

Michigan's Wetlands Protection Act (Part 303 of NREPA) requires a permit from EGLE before filling, draining, or disturbing regulated wetlands. Unpermitted wetland impacts can result in enforcement actions and restoration requirements.

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