MI HB5404

Municipalities must approve or disapprove proposed land divisions within 45 days of receiving a complete application, or counties may take authority for municipalities with populations of 2,500 or less.

All deeds for unplatted land in Michigan must include a statement that the property may be located near farm operations and that agricultural practices protected by the Michigan Right to Farm Act may generate noise, dust, and odors.

Municipalities and counties are prohibited from approving land divisions or final plats that isolate cemeteries so they fail to meet specified access requirements under section 102(j).

Land divisions must meet depth-to-width ratio standards (not exceeding 4:1 unless ordinance requires smaller ratio), with exceptions for parcels larger than 10 acres and remainder parcels retained by the proprietor.

Municipalities may require street improvements, proper drainage and grading by registered civil engineers, and security deposits (cash, certified checks, bank letters of credit, or surety bonds) to ensure completion of required infrastructure.