FAQs on Standing and the Marina
What is standing and why does it matter? We answered some frequently asking questions regarding standing and the current status of the marine permit.
NorthShore Appeals EGLE’s Permit Denial
NorthShore of Saugatuck has formally challenged the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy’s (EGLE) decision to deny its application for a permit to build a marina at the mouth of the Kalamazoo River.
Open Letter To Saugatuck Township Board of Supervisors, Planning Commissioners, and Township Residents
It’s time for Saugatuck Township to terminate the Special Approval Use Marina in the Wild Heart of Saugatuck. This is why.
What’s next for the proposed marina?
Many of you have asked us great questions now that Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) have denied state and federal permits to build the proposed marina. Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions.
U.S. Army Corps and State of Michigan Deny Permits for NorthShore of Saugatuck’s Proposed Marina
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Army Corps) and the State of Michigan have denied NorthShore of Saugatuck’s applications for federal and state permits to build its proposed marina at the Kalamazoo River Mouth.
Saugatuck Dunes Coastal Alliance Applauds EGLE's Denial of Permits for NorthShore of Saugatuck’s Proposed Marina
The Saugatuck Dunes Coastal Alliance commends Michigan’s Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy’s (EGLE) decision to deny NorthShore of Saugatuck’s applications for permits to build a marina near the mouth of the Kalamazoo River in Saugatuck Township.
Judge Denies Township Motion, Sends Standing Decision Back to ZBA
Allegan County Circuit Court Judge Antkoviak issued his written order last week partially denying the motion filed by Saugatuck Township and argued before the judge on December 11, 2023.
Saugatuck Township ZBA Hearing Monday 9/11
We look forward to attending the hearing next week where OBH will make our case in person.
Sept. 11 Hearing - Submitted Materials
These binders, in the photo, were delivered over the weekend to ensure the ZBA members all have time to review our arguments before the September 11th meeting.
ZBA Hearings on Coastal Alliance Standing Scheduled to Begin September 11
The Saugatuck Township Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) will begin hearings next month to determine whether the Coastal Alliance has standing to challenge the permits the Township granted in 2017 for the proposed marina.
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