Land Use & Zoning

In Michigan, subdivision approval requires the developer to:

AOnly obtain a building permit from the municipality
BHave a plat prepared, reviewed, and approved by appropriate authorities, and recorded with the county register of deeds✓ Correct
CPay a one-time state fee to LARA
DObtain permission from all neighboring property owners

Explanation

Michigan's Land Division Act requires that subdivisions (platting) go through a formal approval process including plat preparation, review by local and county authorities, and recording with the county register of deeds.

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