Torch Lake Township Forms and Applications
Following is a comprehensive list of forms and applications associated with Torch Lake Township. For help in determining which form or application you need, please contact the Torch Lake Township Clerk.
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Please review the Zoning Ordinance Chapter 21 – Amendments. Any resident or land owner of the Township may bring before the Planning Commission a proposed text amendment or map amendment by filing an application signed by all persons known to have a specific interest in such premises to be acted upon requesting the adoption of any specified amendment under the Zoning Ordinance. The Township Clerk shall file the application with the Secretary of the Planning Commission within ten (10) days of the date the application was filed with the Clerk.
The Planning Commission Secretary will review for completeness and confirm fee has been paid before forwarding on for review by the Planning Commissioners. Said complete application shall be considered by the Planning Commission at its meeting following the receipt thereof by its Secretary; at which there exists sufficient time for giving any public notices required by law. The Planning Commission may recommend to the Township Board, modification, rejection or the adoption of said proposal either in its original or changed form.
Application for Absentee Ballot
This form requires a signature so, after entering all your information, submit it to Torch Lake Township through standard mail or by dropping it off at Torch Lake Township's Community Services Building.
This form, after entering all your information, may be submitted to the Torch Lake Township Supervisor through standard mail or by dropping it off at Torch Lake Township's Community Services Building. It may also be emailed to supervisorcook@torchlaketownship.org. Supporting documentation and/or photographs are helpful.
Community Service Building Rental
After entering all your information, please print it, then submit your document to Torch Lake Township through standard mail or by dropping it off at Torch Lake Township's Community Services Building.
This form is interactive. You can enter all the information right on your computer, then submit it to Torch Lake Township electronically through your computer's email program. After completing all fields, please save a copy to your computer - then select the "submit" button.
This form is interactive. You can enter all the information right on your computer. This form requires a signature so, after entering all your information, please save a copy to your computer, print it, then submit your signed document to Torch Lake Township through standard mail or by dropping it off at Torch Lake Township's Community Services Building.
Please submit your signed document to Torch Lake Township through standard mail or by dropping it off at Torch Lake Township's Community Services Building.
Principle Residence Exemption Form
This form is interactive. You can enter all the information right on your computer. This form requires a signature so, after entering all your information, please save a copy to your computer, print it, then submit your signed document to Torch Lake Township through standard mail or by dropping it off at Torch Lake Township's Community Services Building.
This form is interactive. You can enter all the information right on your computer. This form requires a signature so, after entering all your information, please save a copy to your computer, print it, then submit your signed document to Torch Lake Township through standard mail or by dropping it off at Torch Lake Township's Community Services Building.
Request to Rescind Homeowner's Principal Residence Exemption
This form is interactive. You can enter all the information right on your computer. This form requires a signature so, after entering all your information, please save a copy to your computer, print it, then submit your signed document to Torch Lake Township through standard mail or by dropping it off at Torch Lake Township's Community Services Building.
Special Use Permit Application
Please review the Zoning Ordinances for your parcel number; Chapter 17 – Special Uses and Chapter 18.04 – Site Plan Review. This form requires a signature so, after completing and including all the information, submit it to Torch Lake Township Zoning Administrator, along with the payment of $450, through standard mail or by dropping it off at Torch Lake Township's Community Services Building. The Zoning Administrator will review for completeness and confirm fee has been paid before forwarding on to the Planning Commissioners.
Summer Tax Deferment Application
Under MCL 211.51, property taxpayers may defer summer taxes without penalty or interest until the end of February’s collections, and before they are turned over to the County Treasurer as delinquent. Applicants qualify by meeting deferment requirements.
Please submit the completed zoning permit application along with a drawing, showing the actual lines, angles and dimensions of the lot to be built upon or used, and the exact size and location on the lot of all existing and proposed structures and uses, together with specifications along with payment. Mailing address is PO Box 713, Eastport, Michigan 49627.
Application must be submitted with a drawing, showing actual lines, angles and dimensions of the lot to be built upon or used, and the exact size and location on the lot of all existing and proposed structures and uses, together with specifications. Construction will agree with permit, plan, and the township zoning ordinance, and will comply with local, state and federal laws. Owner and applicant agree to halt construction if conflict arises. Contact zoning administrator for staking inspection prior to construction. Permit expires in 12 months if work not started and 18 months from date of issuance. If extension is needed contact zoning administrator. Setbacks are measured from farthest protrusion of structure such as eaves or balconies, but not gutters. Permission granted to Zoning Administrator to access property. Attach 8 1/2 x 11 Site Plan. Copy of permit to be posted on site.
The zoning administrator can be reached at zoningadmin@torchlaketownship.org or 231.599.2036 x105.
Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) Notice of Appeal Form