Land use: land division; number of parcels resulting from division; modify. Amends sec. 108 of 1967 PA 288 (MCL 560.108).
Impact
This modification is expected to have considerable effects on land development and agricultural practices in the state. By increasing the number of parcels that can be created without stringent platting requirements, HB4836 could streamline land development processes and potentially encourage more extensive subdivision of land, particularly in rural areas. This may result in more efficient land use, but it also raises concerns about the potential oversupply of subdivided parcels and the impact on local infrastructure and services.
Summary
House Bill 4836 seeks to amend the Land Division Act of 1967 in Michigan by modifying Section 108, which outlines the division of land parcels. The bill proposes significant changes to the number of parcels that can be created without adhering to platting requirements. Specifically, it allows for the creation of up to 420 parcels from a parent parcel of 10 acres, and additional parcels based on the size of the parent tract, with specific conditions that can allow for more flexibility in land divisions.
Contention
Notably, the proposed changes may face contention from local governments and community groups concerned about maintaining local control over land use and zoning regulations. Critics argue that allowing for such extensive divisions without platting could lead to haphazard land development, undermining community planning efforts and possibly affecting agricultural land values. Proponents of the bill, however, argue that it will increase the availability of land for residential and commercial uses, fostering economic growth.
Land use: land division; number of parcels resulting from division; authorize counties and municipalities to increase. Amends sec. 108 of 1967 PA 288 (MCL 560.108).
Land use: land division; number of parcels resulting from division; authorize counties and municipalities to increase. Amends sec. 108 of 1967 PA 288 (MCL 560.108).