Zoning News

Updated Land Use Certificate Application

Effective January 1, 2026, the Backus Township Land Use Application form is no longer the carbonless triplicate form. You can now download and print the application from this website. The form will still require a "wet ink" signature. The form and fee will still need to be delivered to the township (mail or drop off).

As a reminder, "No building, structure, or sign shall be erected, altered, or moved unless a Zoning Permit shall have been first issued for such work." - Backus Township Zoning Ordinance, Section 16.02.A.1

Should you have any questions regarding your planned project feel free to contact the Zoning Administrator.

Thank You!!

Staff

Zoning Administrator

R. Tad Magruder
Office Hours: Wed 10am-2pm

Permit Resources

Building/ Plumbing/ Electrical/ Mechanical Permits

Houghton Lake Building Agency

1250 S Harrison Rd
PO Box 8
Houghton Lake, MI 48629

Septic & Well Permits

Central Michigan District Health Department

Driveway Permits

Roscommon Co Road Commission

820 E. West Branch Rd
Prudenville, MI 48651

Soil Erosion & Register of Deeds

Roscommon County

500 Lake Street
Roscommon, MI 48653

Wetland Permits/Aquatic Nuisance Control Permits

EGLE