To obtain building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, zoning, land use and land division information not included in this website, please contact:
Associated Government Services (AGS)
8721 Gull Road, Suite B
Richland, MI 49083
Phone: 269-629-0600 or toll free at 1-800-627-2801
An AGS representative is at the Almena Township Hall on Wednesdays from 11:00 am to Noon. No appointment is necessary.
On October 13, 2009, the Township Board adopted the proposed Zoning Ordinance which became effective October 23, 2009. You will find a copy of the complete ordinance on this website as well as any amendments that may have occurred after the adoption.
Zoning Ordinance Adopted October 13, 2009 (.pdf)
FEE SCHEDULE
Meetings/Hearings
| Land Division Application Fee |
$125.00 |
| Zoning Board of Appeals Application (Variance) |
$350.00 per meeting |
| Construction Board of Appeals Application |
$100.00 per meeting |
Zoning
| Special Use Permit |
$335.00 per meeting |
| Rezoning Request |
$275.00 per meeting |
| PUD Application |
$275.00 per meeting |
| Site Plan Development (residential) |
$485.00 per application
(plus $2.00 per unit) |
| Site Plan (Recreational or other open space use) |
$485.00 per application
(plus $2.00 per unit) |
| Site Plan (Commercial) |
$485.00 |
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*No show at scheduled meeting must pay additional fee
Permits
| Electrical |
See Application |
| Plumbing |
See Application |
| Mechanical |
See Application |
| Building |
Determined by Review |
Contact AGS for the above permit fees
Land Use Permits
| Dwellings |
$25.00 |
| Accessory Building |
$15.00 |
| Garage |
$15.00 |
| Additions |
$15.00 |
Construction work within the Township may require one or more permits. Call AGS regarding the various permit requirements.
Contact the Building Department with any questions regarding whether a permit is required for your project. In general, permits or approvals are required for all the following project types:
Building Permits:
- New construction of any building type
- Addition to any building type
- Interior remodel or change of use within a building
- Conversion of porch, garage, or deck to living space
- Placement of a manufactured home
- Decks
- Pools (above ground and in ground)
- Garages, storage buildings, sheds
- Basement finish or remodel
- Demolition or relocation of any building
Electrical Permits:
- Installation or alteration of electrical equipment
Maintenance Permits (no fee):
- Re-roofing of any structure
- Replacement windows when openings are not enlarged
- Siding
Mechanical Permits:
- Installation or alteration of mechanical equipment
- Furnace, A/C, or water heater installation or replacement
- Gas piping, duct work, exhaust fans/vents
Plumbing Permits:
- Installation or alteration of plumbing equipment
Zoning Approvals:
- Placement of sheds less than 200 square feet in floor area
- Installation or construction of fences
- Placement of agricultural buildings and structures
- Home occupations
- All signs (building permits also required)
- Any other activity regulated by the Zoning Ordinance
