Frequently Asked Questions
What is Part 91?
Part 91, Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA, as amended, addresses the need to control erosion and sedimentation to protect waters of the state.
Why is erosion and sediment control important?
Sediment is the greatest pollutant, by volume, entering our lakes and streams. Sediment is the product of uncontrolled erosion. Everyone in Michigan is affected by erosion and off-site sedimentation. Erosion and sedimentation result in: loss of fertile topsoil, filling of lakes and streams, increased flooding, damage to plant and animal life, and structural damage to buildings and roads.
Why was Part 91 passed?
The primary intent of Part 91 is to protect the waters of the state by minimizing erosion and controlling sediment.
When do I need to complete an application?
An application is required anytime you disturb the soil within 500 feet of waters of the state or is greater than 1 acre. Plowing and tilling of land for crop production, and some logging and mining activities do not require permits or applications.
Where can I get a permit?
The county has a soil erosion department located in the courthouse. The permit application can be picked up there; it can also be mailed, faxed, or found on our website at www.clarecd.org. The departments’ telephone number is (989) 539-6401.
What do I have to do to get a permit?
First an application needs to be completed. Then we will look at the proposed project site. Next, we will issue a permit, if there are no possible problems.
What if there is a possibility of problems?
We will do whatever we can to help you to minimize the impact of your proposed construction.
What information is needed on an application?
The applicant must provide specific information such as the name of the responsible individual, land owner name, phone numbers for owner and contractor, location and size of the earth change, distance to water, description of the earth change, project starting and ending dates, and property number.
Is there a charge for a permit?
Yes, see the current FEE Schedule.
Part 91, Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA, as amended, addresses the need to control erosion and sedimentation to protect waters of the state.
Why is erosion and sediment control important?
Sediment is the greatest pollutant, by volume, entering our lakes and streams. Sediment is the product of uncontrolled erosion. Everyone in Michigan is affected by erosion and off-site sedimentation. Erosion and sedimentation result in: loss of fertile topsoil, filling of lakes and streams, increased flooding, damage to plant and animal life, and structural damage to buildings and roads.
Why was Part 91 passed?
The primary intent of Part 91 is to protect the waters of the state by minimizing erosion and controlling sediment.
When do I need to complete an application?
An application is required anytime you disturb the soil within 500 feet of waters of the state or is greater than 1 acre. Plowing and tilling of land for crop production, and some logging and mining activities do not require permits or applications.
Where can I get a permit?
The county has a soil erosion department located in the courthouse. The permit application can be picked up there; it can also be mailed, faxed, or found on our website at www.clarecd.org. The departments’ telephone number is (989) 539-6401.
What do I have to do to get a permit?
First an application needs to be completed. Then we will look at the proposed project site. Next, we will issue a permit, if there are no possible problems.
What if there is a possibility of problems?
We will do whatever we can to help you to minimize the impact of your proposed construction.
What information is needed on an application?
The applicant must provide specific information such as the name of the responsible individual, land owner name, phone numbers for owner and contractor, location and size of the earth change, distance to water, description of the earth change, project starting and ending dates, and property number.
Is there a charge for a permit?
Yes, see the current FEE Schedule.