MI HB5898

Amends Section 205 of the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act regarding local regulation of natural resource extraction, specifically sand and gravel mining.

Allows local governments to prohibit sand or gravel mining only if they have designated alternative areas where extraction is feasible and reasonable, or determined extraction is infeasible anywhere in their jurisdiction.

Requires any prohibition on mining to be based on assessment of resource presence and quality, market demand, and current and planned conditions within the jurisdiction.

Prohibits ordinances from preventing extraction of valuable natural resources unless very serious consequences would result, applying standards from Silva v Ada Township (1982) and considering factors including impacts on land uses, property values, traffic safety, and public health and welfare.

Preserves local government authority to reasonably regulate mining operations including hours, blasting, noise, dust control, and traffic, provided regulations accommodate customary mining operations and comply with state environmental protection rules.