Denton Township (Roscommon, MI)
Office hours: Monday through Friday 8 AM – 4 PM. Closed daily from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
Office hours: Monday through Friday 8 AM – 4 PM. Closed daily from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
The requirement for a garage sale permit has been discontinued.
The Zoning Administrator is available for zoning-related matters during the following hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
After 10:00 AM, the Zoning Administrator is engaged in property assessing responsibilities and will not be immediately available for zoning inquiries.
To ensure prompt assistance, we recommend scheduling zoning appointments during the designated morning hours.
For general inquiries or to schedule an appointment, please contact our office during regular business hours.
Obtaining a Land Use Permit requires submission of a site plan that clearly shows the size of the structure and its setbacks from property lines.
Permit fee schedules are included within the Land Use Permit application.
Please note:
A Building Permit may only be obtained after a Land Use Permit has been issued.
For Building Permits, please contact the Houghton Lake Building Agency at:
📞 989-422-3687 or email at hlbuildingagency@gmail.com.
Due to high call volumes between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM, your call may not be answered immediately. However, all calls will be returned as soon as possible and in the order received.
A Zoning Ordinance is a local law that regulates how land can be used within a township or municipality. In Michigan, zoning ordinances divide a community into districts (such as residential, commercial, agricultural, and industrial) and establish specific rules for what types of buildings and activities are allowed in each district. These rules cover things like building height, lot size, setbacks, signage, and land use.
The zoning ordinance is a key tool for implementing the goals of a community’s Master Plan—a long-range policy guide for future development, land use, transportation, and infrastructure. When neighboring townships share or coordinate their Master Plans, they can align their zoning ordinances to support regional goals such as farmland preservation, economic development, and environmental protection. Denton Township has collaborated with Roscommon Township and established a Joint Master Plan to help ensure consistent land use decisions across township borders, reducing conflicts, and promoting efficient growth for our entire community.
Zoning ordinances are adopted and enforced by the local Planning Commission and Township Board, with opportunities for public input during the process. Property owners should consult the zoning ordinance before making changes to land use or structures to ensure compliance with local regulations.
The Joint Master Plan and Zoning Ordinance can be accessed using the buttons below.
