Frequent Planning Questions - Cascade Charter Township, MI

Are temporary banner signs permitted for businesses in Cascade Township?

The Cascade Township Sign Ordinance specifically prohibits the placement of any temporary signs in the township. This includes banner signs and trailer signs. Real estate signs are permitted provided they are located on the property that is for sale.

What is the zoning classification of my property?

See the Zoning Map and Zoning Ordinance for your classification and permitted uses.

Will the Township get involved if my neighbor has failed to cut his grass?

In the restricted area, which include properties lying west of Buttrick Avenue and north of Interstate 96, and north 28th Street and west of Interstate 96, a property owner is expected to maintain their property within the established and prevailing neighborhood standard. In most cases, property owners are required to cut their grass once it has reached eight inches in length. If you are concerned about your neighbor’s grass the community standards officer will respond and determine a course of action.

If my neighbor has a dead tree on their property, do they have to cut it down?

Dead trees that are deemed hazardous to the public or an adjoining property will have to be removed. If you have a concern about a dead tree, the community standards officer will inspect the tree in question and determine if it must be removed.

Are residents allowed to keep inoperable or junk vehicles on their property?

Any vehicle that is stored on a resident’s property for more than 48 hours must be road ready. This means it must have a valid registration, and be able to be started and driven legally on the road. If a vehicle is not registered, or is not able to operate, it must be stored within an enclosed building or removed from the property.

What are the rules for parking a recreational vehicle (trailer/RV/boat/etc.) on a residential property?

Please see Chapter 277 Parking of the Cascade Township General Code. A summary of the requirements is as follows:

From November 30 to May 15
The outdoor storage or parking of recreational vehicles or noncommercial trucks is only permitted if parked with the following conditions:

Parked in a fully enclosed building or behind the furthest front face of the main building from the front property line.
5ft setback from any property line.
Parked on a property with an inhabited dwelling, and the vehicle is owned by the occupant of that dwelling.

From May 15 to November 30
The parking location regulations above are suspended. Such vehicles may be parked in the front yard but must still maintain a 5ft setback to any property line.