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Zoning

Mary Walther Johnson, Acting Zoning Administrator

(906)361-2373

PO Box 33
Au Train MI  49806-0033

autrainzoning@gmail.com

Zoning is governmental regulation of the use of land with primary goals to ensure the compatibility of land uses and prevent nuisances, protect natural resources, and protect property values.

Zoning implements a community’s master plan through the zoning ordinance, which divides the community into various districts or zones, and specifies the land uses, such as residential, commercial or industrial, that are authorized by right, permitted with conditions or prohibited within each zone.

Typical zoning regulations address the physical development of the township through such elements as land use, building height, bulk, lot area, setbacks, parking, signs and density.

Both general law and charter townships may adopt zoning ordinances, pursuant to zoning enabling statute.

Zoning Administrator  Job Description

Zoning Compliance Permits

The Township’s Zoning Ordinance is administered by the Township Zoning Administrator. A Zoning Compliance Permit is required for any land use change.   

Building permits are issued by the Alger County Building Code Administrator, located at 100 Court Street in Munising. A zoning compliance permit from the Township is required to receive a building permit from Alger County. For more information please contact the Alger County Building Code Administrator at (906) 387-2727.

You may need additional permits from the LMAS District Health Department – Environmental Health Division Alger County, E9526 Prospect Street, Munising, MI 49862, ph: (906) 387-2297

View Zoning Forms & Documents

Zoning Administrator Reports

2024

News / Notices

*Special Meeting Notice*
 
The Au Train Township Board will hold a Special Meeting on Thursday, October 24th at 6:30 pm to interview candidates to fill the vacant Zoning Administrator position.  We will also review Financial Statements and the 2024-2025 Budget for General, Fire, Garbage, and Road Funds and amend said Budgets as necessary.  
 
*Important information for Absentee Ballot Voters.*
 
It has come to my attention that some of the recent absentee ballots mailed may have included a Primary Election Secrecy sleeve rather than a General Election Secrecy sleeve. If you have questions on instructions please reach out…..YOU may vote straight party or mixed on your ballot in November.  I apologize in advance if this has caused you any confusion.
 
INSTRUCTIONS:
TO VOTE: Completely darken the box opposite each choice.
IMPORTANT: To mark your ballot, use only a black or blue ink pen.
DO NOT USE ANY OTHER INK COLOR!
PARTISAN SECTION: To vote the partisan section of the ballot, you may cast a “mixed ticket.”
Mixed Ticket: Vote for the individual candidates of your choice in each office.
NONPARTISAN and PROPOSAL SECTIONS of the ballot (if any) must be voted separately.
DO NOT vote for more candidates than indicated under each office title.
WRITE-IN CANDIDATES: To vote for a candidate whose name is not printed on the ballot, write or place the name of that candidate in the blank space provided and completely darken the voting target area. Do not cast a write-in vote for a candidate whose name is already printed on the ballot for that office.
CHECK BOTH SIDES OF BALLOT: This ballot has two sides. Be certain to check the reverse side of the ballot.
WHEN YOU HAVE COMPLETED VOTING: Place the ballot in the secrecy sleeve and then in the postage paid return envelope. You can mail it or bring it to the Election Dropbox located at the Township Hall.
NOTE: If you make a mistake, please contact the Clerk to spoil your ballot and have a new one issued. Do not attempt to erase or correct any marks made in error.
 
 
Mary Walther Johnson
Au Train Township Clerk
(906)361-2373
 

*Au Train Township – Employment Opportunity*

The Au Train Township is seeking applications for the Position of Zoning Administrator. This is a part-time self-paced position with a monthly salary to be determined. Must be willing to commit to educational opportunities. The Zoning Administrator plays a significant role in the continued development of our Community.

Submit your letter of interest and resume to our Supervisor no later than November 1, 2024. (Date Extended) Email: michelledoucette@charter.net Or Mail: Au Train Township, Zoning Administrator Position, PO Box 33, Au Train MI 49806 Or Dropoff: N7569 Spruce St, Au Train MI in Clerk/Treasurer Office dropbox.  

The Zoning Administrator Job Description can be found at autraintownship.gov > Zoning

Au Train Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Mary Walther Johnson
Au Train Township Clerk
09/30/2024

*November 5th General Election Absentee Voter Ballot Information*
I expect to mail all Permanent Ballot Voters and those who requested a ballot for the November Election only, the 1st week of October.  PLEASE NOTE: The post office cannot forward ballots.  If you expect to be gone prior to mail date you need to make sure I have a current address on file.  You can track your ballot status at www.michigan.gov/vote

For anyone wanting to vote absentee or participate in Early Voting Options – that information is also available at www.michigan.gov/vote

Questions, contact Clerk Johnson at marywaltherjohnson@charter.net or call (906)361-2373