Documents & forms
The County's records, charted
Every form, permit, board record, and notice in this index is on the page below. Search in plain words, or narrow by office and document type; the filters count what is left as you go.
These records are modeled on the County's published document library: board agendas and minutes, the budget and zoning ordinance, permits, tax and clerk forms, veterans and court materials, and flood-recovery notices. The search calls the same live synonym-aware service as the rest of the site (/api/search-cheboygan), so “pay my taxes” finds the Treasurer and “build a deck” finds the permits. On a live site this index is built from the County's real documents and refreshed automatically, replacing today's flat list of standalone PDFs.
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Board of Commissioners — Finance/Business Meeting Agenda, June 2026
Agenda for the regular Finance and Business meeting of the seven-member Board of Commissioners, held the second Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. in the County Building. Includes action items, claims, and public comment.
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Board Meeting Packet — May 26, 2026
Full board packet with staff memos, resolutions, and supporting exhibits for the Committee of the Whole. Posted ahead of the meeting for public review.
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Board of Commissioners — Minutes, May 12, 2026
Approved minutes of the May Finance and Business meeting, recording attendance, motions, votes, and actions taken by the Board.
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Public Notices and Bid Requests
Current invitations to bid, requests for proposals, and legal notices published by the County, including the website redesign and development RFP.
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Elections: Register to Vote and Find Your Polling Place
Register to vote, check your registration, find your polling place and clerk, and view sample ballots for upcoming Cheboygan County elections.
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Absentee Ballot Application
Any registered voter in Michigan may request an absentee ballot by mail. Apply to your city or township clerk for each election or join the permanent list.
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Flood Damage Self-Reporting Survey
Residents and businesses affected by spring flooding can report property damage to help the County document impacts and pursue assistance. Open through the recovery period.
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Flooding and Erosion Guidance for Property Owners
Plain-language guidance for property owners dealing with high water, shoreline erosion, and flooded structures, with permits and contacts for repairs.
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Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Permit
Earth-change activities near lakes, streams, and wetlands need a soil erosion permit. Especially relevant for shoreline work after high water and flooding.
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Building Permit Application
Apply for a building permit for new construction, additions, and alterations. The Building Safety office reviews plans and schedules inspections.
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Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing Permit Applications
Trade permits for electrical, mechanical, and plumbing work, with the inspection that closes out each permit. Licensed contractors and homeowners may apply.
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89th District Court: Court Calendar and Pay a Ticket
Look up a court date on the 89th District Court calendar, view case dispositions, and pay a civil infraction or traffic ticket online.
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53rd Circuit Court Self-Help and Forms
Forms and self-help resources for the 53rd Circuit Court, which serves Cheboygan and Presque Isle Counties, including family, civil, and criminal matters.
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FOIA Request for Public Records
Request public records from Cheboygan County under the Freedom of Information Act. Submit to the County Administrator, who serves as FOIA Coordinator.
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FOIA Procedures, Guidelines, and Cost Itemization
How the County processes records requests, the fees it may charge, and the public summary of FOIA procedures required by Michigan law.
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County Marina Slip Rental Application and Rates
Reserve a seasonal or transient slip at the County Marina at the mouth of the Cheboygan River, the Lake Huron gateway to the Inland Waterway. Pump-out and boat launch available.
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Marina Seasonal and Transient Rates, 2026
Nightly transient and full-season slip rates, electric and pump-out service, and reservation policies for the boating season, mid-May through early October.
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Annual Financial Report (ACFR), FY2025
The County's audited annual comprehensive financial report, including the independent auditor's opinion, fund statements, and notes.
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Property Transfer Affidavit
File within 45 days of a property transfer so the assessment is uncapped and updated correctly. Required by the Equalization and assessing process.
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Veterans Benefits and DD-214 Assistance
County Veterans Service Officers help veterans and families file VA claims for disability, pension, and health care, and obtain a certified DD-214 discharge record.
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Soldiers' Relief / Veterans Emergency Assistance Application
Short-term emergency financial assistance for eligible County veterans facing hardship, administered through the Veterans Affairs office.
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Pay Property Taxes Online
Look up a tax bill and pay summer and winter property taxes by parcel number, name, or address. A convenience fee applies for card and e-check payments.
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Zoning Permit Application
A zoning permit confirms a proposed use, setback, and lot meet the County Zoning Ordinance before a building permit is issued.
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Poverty (Hardship) Exemption Application
Homeowners with limited income may apply to their township board of review for a reduction of property taxes under the State's poverty exemption guidelines.
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County Employment Application
Apply for open County positions. Current postings include Planner, Administrative Assistant, Seasonal Marina Dock Attendant, and Seasonal Soil Erosion Officer.
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2026 County Master Plan
The County's long-range plan for land use, natural resources, recreation, and infrastructure, developed with public input and reviewed by the Planning Commission.
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Probate and Family Court Forms
Guardianship, conservatorship, estate, and family-division forms handled by the County's Probate and Family Court, with filing guidance.
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Delinquent Property Tax and Forfeiture Timeline
How unpaid property taxes move to the County Treasurer, the interest and fees that accrue, and the forfeiture and foreclosure timeline under Michigan law.
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Marriage License Application
Apply for a marriage license through the County Clerk. At least one applicant must be a County resident, or the marriage must take place in the County.
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Birth and Death Certificate Request
Request certified copies of birth and death records held by the County Clerk for events that occurred in Cheboygan County. Identification is required.
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Jury Duty Information
What to do if you are summoned for jury service in Cheboygan County: reporting, postponement, qualifications, and what to expect.
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Special Use Permit and Variance Application
Apply for a special land use or a dimensional variance heard by the Planning Commission or Zoning Board of Appeals, with notice to neighbors.
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Land Records and Deed Search
Search recorded deeds, mortgages, liens, and plats, and sign up for the free Property Activity Alert that notifies you when a document records against your name.
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Board Rules of Procedure and Bylaws
The rules governing how the Board of Commissioners conducts meetings, organizes committees, elects a chair and vice-chair, and handles public comment.
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Dog License Application
Buy or renew a dog license through the County Treasurer. Proof of current rabies vaccination is required; senior and spay/neuter discounts may apply.
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Property and Parcel Lookup (GIS)
Search parcels, ownership, assessed and taxable values, and zoning on the County's online mapping system. Maps are for planning purposes; a survey governs boundaries.
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Principal Residence Exemption (PRE) Information
How Michigan's Principal Residence Exemption lowers the school operating tax on a home that is an owner's principal residence, and how to file or rescind it.
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Concealed Pistol License (CPL) Information
How to apply for and renew a Concealed Pistol License through the County Clerk, including fingerprinting, training requirements, and the renewal process.
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Recording Requirements and Fees
The State formatting standards and recording fees for deeds and other documents submitted to the Register of Deeds, in person or by mail.
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Request to Combine or Split Parcels
Owners may request to combine or divide tax parcels. Combinations and splits are subject to land division and zoning review before they take effect.
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Adopted County Budget, Fiscal Year 2026
The County's adopted general appropriations act and budget for the 2026 fiscal year, by fund and department, with the millage rates that support it.
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County Hazard Mitigation Plan
The County's plan to reduce risk from natural hazards such as flooding, severe storms, and wildfire, maintained with the regional emergency management program.
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Cheboygan County Zoning Ordinance
The County's zoning districts, permitted uses, dimensional standards, and the process for variances and special use permits.
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Inland Waterway and Recreation Guide
A guide to the 38-mile Inland Waterway through Mullett and Burt Lakes, County parks and boat launches, and the 290-plus miles of trails for hiking, biking, and snowmobiling.