The Michigan Stormwater-Floodplain Association (MSFA) requests suggested topics for presentations/workshops/seminars at its next annual conference scheduled for February 29-March 2, 2012 (preconference sessions on February 28, 2012, at the DoubleTree Hotel Dearborn).
Planning for the 25th annual conference is under way. They want to develop a conference program that meets your interests. Please e-mail your suggestions related to stormwater-floodplain management and flood insurance topics to... Les Thomas at thomasl@michigan.gov or click below for complete information.
Flood Zones ‘A' or ‘B': If you live in Flood Zones ‘A' or ‘B', and you anticipate new construction or substantial improvement to your home, it is recommended that you apply early for a Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Permit. It can take 2 to 3 months for a permit to be issued by the MDEQ.
Effective July 1, 2011: Due to the retirement of Sharon Patten and the transfer of the Gibraltar Building Dept over to Trenton. All building department permit requests and inspections will be handled by the City of Trenton's Engineering and Building Department.
Their offices are located at 2800 Third Street, Trenton, MI 48183 and they can be contacted at (734) 675-8251.
Certified Property Surveys: If you are considering putting in fences, garages, homes, swimming pools, sheds, seawalls, docks, etc., please be aware that you may need to obtain a certified property survey. Please plan ahead and have the survey done early. Mortgage surveys will not be accepted.
Home Inspections: If you plan on selling your home, please be aware that you will need to have an inspection conducted on your home to ensure compliance with the Fire System requirements (i.e. smoke detectors). Homes may be required to be brought up to current code. Plan ahead to have your home inspected and allow time to have the necessary corrections made before you close on the sale of your home. Check with the Trenton Building Department for details.
Berm Inspections: For homeowners planning to sell that live on waterfront property with a berm, you also need to have a City Berm Inspection. Berm height needs to be at a certain elevation. Contact the City of Gibraltar to make arrangements for the City Engineer to schedule an inspection.
SESC Permits: State Law requires Soil Erosion Sedimentation Control permit, (SESC), Permits for certain projects, especially those within 500 Ft of a body of water. Please keep in mind you may be required to obtain a SESC Permit and install and maintain SESC measures. Please Contact Wayne County at (734) 326-3936 or call the Building Department if you have any questions regarding SESC Permits.
DCC Weatherization: The Downriver Community Conference Weatherization has received an energy assistance grant from the Michigan Public Service Commission. The grant provides utility assistance for low-income residents. Eligibility is based on the DCC Income Poverty Guidelines for 2010. For more information or to set an appointment, please call (734) 362-3473, (734) 362-7030, or (734) 362-7050.
Housing Rehabilitation: The City of Gibraltar is pleased to offer the Housing Rehabilitation Program through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. This program is designed to assist Gibraltar residents in a low to moderate income range that are in need of eligible home improvements. For more information regarding qualification guidelines and the Program, please contact Denise Sciacca, Rehab Specialist, on Thursday afternoons at (734) 676-3900 or by email at .
