Planning Department

The Planning Department is divided into four divisions which work closely together through planning process and implementation necessary to facilitate growth of the City's residential, commercial, recreational and industrial areas.

Sections:

• Planning Department
• Community Development Department
• Inspection Department
• Zoning Ordinances
• Planning/Zoning FAQ
• Target Market Analysis
• Boards/Commissions

Maps:

• City Map and Street Index
• Zoning Map

Application:

• Lot Combination Form
• Lot Split Form
• Planning and Zoning Application
  • Notice of Appeal / Variance Request
  • Rezoning Request
  • Site Plan Review
  • Special Use Permit
  • Vacation - Alley, Easement, or Street

The maps and application form are provided in PDF format. If you don't have a PDF viewer, you can download a free copy of Adobe Acrobat Reader.

Planning Department

The Planning Department controls the growth and development of land and the City in general through the use of design and implementation of zoning ordinances and building codes. The Planning Department monitors the growth of the city through housing construction, business developments and land use patterns.

Community Development Department

The Community Development Department is funded through annual Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds awarded to the City by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Through the use of these funds, and additional grants received at the State level, the department is able to maintain administrative staff, provide housing rehabilitation programs to low and moderate income homeowners and renters, and assist in making homeownership a reality for many residents.

CDBG funds have also been utilized to reconstruct streets in low income neighborhoods, install curb cuts and sidewalk ramps for accessibility in the downtown area, construct a new fire station in the south end, assist a local shelter for the homeless and create new housing opportunities.

For additional information on our programs click here.

Inspection Department

The Inspection Department reviews site plans, blueprints, issues permits to homeowners and contractors, and maintains established procedures to enforce existing ordinances and codes.  Permit applications are below for your use. Click on the title of the application. Bring the completed application to the Third Floor of the Municipal Office Center at 100 McMorran Boulevard. If you have any questions, please contact us at 810-984-9733.

Building Permit Application
Electrical Permit Application
Mechanical Permit Application
Plumbing Permit Application

Additionally, for a nominal fee, a prospective purchaser of a home located within the corporate limits of the City of Port Huron can arrange to have the home inspected (by appointment only) and a written report will be issued.

Planning/Zoning FAQ

Click here for Planning/Zoning FAQ.

Target Market Analysis

• Executive Summary
• Target Market Analysis
• Appendices 1 and 2
• Appendix 3

Boards/Commissions

The Planning Department serves as the staff liaison to the following City board and commissions:

PLANNING COMMISSION:

Meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Public Meeting Room, of the Municipal Office Center. The deadline for submitting items for Commission consideration is two weeks in advance of the meeting. For further information, contact the Planning Department at 810-984-9735.

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HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION:

Meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Public Meeting Room of the Municipal Office Center. The deadline for submitting items for Commission consideration is two weeks in advance of the meeting. For further information, contact the Planning Department at 810-984-9735.

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ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS:

Meets on the first Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Public Meeting Room of the Municipal Office Center. The deadline for submitting items for Board consideration is 30 days in advance of the meeting. For further information, contact the Inspection Division at 810-984-9733.

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