Site / Land Activity
Use this category for work involving land disturbance, access, shoreline activity, vegetation removal, or resource-related land activity.
Application path: Use the specific worksheet or supporting form for the activity below. For example, for driveway/access work, expand that section and complete the Driveway / Access Worksheet first, then follow the worksheet instructions to upload the completed application worksheet and any supporting documents.
Driveway / Access
Use this for new access points, relocated access points, or significant driveway changes.
Complete the Driveway / Access Worksheet first. After completing the worksheet, continue to the Building, Land Use and Zoning permit application and upload the completed worksheet with supporting documents.
Open Driveway / Access Worksheet
- Identify whether the road is a township, county, or state road
- Show the proposed location on a sketch or aerial image
- Additional road authority approval may be required
Grading / Excavation / Fill / Major Clearing
Use this for earthwork, site reshaping, imported fill, or large-scale land disturbance.
- Describe the work area and estimated extent of disturbance
- Provide a plan or sketch if available
- Stormwater, erosion control, or other reviews may also apply
Shoreland Work / Retaining Wall / Riprap
Use this for shoreline stabilization, retaining walls, riprap, or similar work near water features.
- Show the shoreline edge, existing conditions, and proposed work
- Include photos and dimensions when possible
- Additional state, county, or watershed approvals may be needed
Tree Removal / Timber Harvesting / Mining
Use this for substantial vegetation removal, timber harvest activity, and resource extraction requests.
- Describe the scope and purpose of the work
- Identify haul roads, access points, or staging areas if applicable
- Additional review may be required depending on location and intensity
Environmental screening
Use the Environmental Considerations for projects involving shoreland, wetlands, floodplain soils, bluffs, major clearing, access, or other sensitive site conditions.