LAWRENCE, MICHIGAN
Forms & Applications
Download and print out important forms for our Township from this site, so that you already have all the paperwork you need before coming to the Township office.
Please review the Zoning Ordinance (Volume 1) and General Ordinances (Volume 2) for additional information on requirements or additional steps that must be performed.
The forms you will be able to find here are:
- Building Department Applications and Sample Drawings
- Building Permit
- Electric Permit
- Mechanical Permit
- Plumbing Permit
- Zoning Permit
- Cross Section for Covered Porch or Deck
- Cross Section for Ramp
- Cross Section for Residential Deck Specifications
- Cross Section for Residential Garage & Accessory Structures
- Cross Section for Residential Pole Barn
- Freedom of Information (FOIA) Request
- Hill Cemetery Veteran's Memorial Brick Request
- Land Division Request
- Land Combination Request
- Land Boundry Change Request
- Marihuana Facilities License Request
- Peddler/Solicitor Application (includes yard sales)
- Rezoning Request
- Special Use Permit Application
- Zoning Variance Application
Our old Town Hall building is now owned and operated by the Lawrence Town Hall Preservation Foundation and is available for rent for parties and events. The rental form is available below. (very bottom)
Our Marihuana Agency also has a Marihuana Facilities License Request and Marihuana Agency Complaint Form Found below.
NOTICE OF BUILDING DEPARTMENT CHANGES
Effective August 5, 2025, Lawrence Township has transitioned from SAFEbuilt to a new vendor: Michigan Code Inspections, LLC (MCI). MCI now handles all building and zoning permit administration, including residential and commercial projects, new construction, remodels, demolitions, and all electrical, mechanical, and plumbing permits.
Please use the updated MCI forms, available at www.mcilc.us, and discard any previous forms referencing SAFEbuilt.
The first step in obtaining a building permit for any new structure is to submit a Zoning Permit Application along with a Site Overview Drawing.
MCI will review your submittal to ensure it complies with the Lawrence Township Zoning Ordinance. If the project does not meet zoning requirements, MCI will provide guidance and available options.
Permit applications may be submitted via email to: permits.mcillc@gmail.com. For questions, contact MCI directly at (269) 539-8747.
BUILDING DEPARTMENT APPLICATIONS AND SAMPLE DRAWINGS
You must complete this application to obtain a building permit. Building permits are required for all new construction, remodel projects, additions as well as accessory structures. This application is used for commercial/residential structures, accessory structures, demolition, remodeling, etc. Additional cross-section drawings must be completed for: ramps, decks, covered porches, pole buildings, garage & accessory structures, stairways and handrails and/or structures with foundations. Multiple cross-section drawings may be necessary based on your project. In addition, a floorplan should be included. Sample drawings are shown below and can be used or modified to fit your build.
Building Permit Application MCI 8-5-25.p[...]
Adobe Acrobat document [448.1 KB]
You must complete this application to obtain an electrical permit. Electrical permits are required when adding OR changing any electrical service or wiring.
Electrical Permit Application MCI 8-5-25[...]
Adobe Acrobat document [387.6 KB]
You must complete this application to obtain a mechanical permit. Mechanical permits are required when adding OR changing any of the mechanical systems in your building or structure. For example: furnace, air conditioning system, air handlers, piping systems (oil, gas, water), to name a few.
Mechanical Permit Application MCI 8-5-25[...]
Adobe Acrobat document [419.0 KB]
You must complete this application to obtain a plumbing permit. Plumbing permits are required when adding OR changing anything related to your water, gas or septic systems.
Plumbing Permit Application MCI 8-5-25.p[...]
Adobe Acrobat document [392.7 KB]
Lawrence Twp Boundary adjustment app.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [207.9 KB]
Lawrence Twp Combination app.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [240.2 KB]
Lawrence Twp Land Division app.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [306.9 KB]
Use this cross section drawing to provide detail regarding your covered deck or porch structure.
Covered Porch Sample.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [237.0 KB]
Use this cross section drawing to provide detail regarding your ramp structure.
Ramp Sample.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [352.1 KB]
Use this cross section drawing to detail your uncovered deck. NOTE: use the covered deck cross section if your deck or porch will be covered by a roof.
Deck Sample Cross Section.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [959.4 KB]
Use this cross section drawing to provide detail regarding your residential garage or accessory structure.
Garage-Accessory Structure Sample.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [276.1 KB]
Use this cross section drawing to provide detail regarding your residential pole barn.
Pole Building Sample.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [679.7 KB]
Use this cross section drawing to provide detail regarding interior or exterior stairways and handrails.
Stair Sample.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [198.5 KB]
You can print and complete this cross section to provide detail regarding your structure.
Residential Cross Section for Structures[...]
Adobe Acrobat document [853.0 KB]
This is an example of how you should draw and detail your floorplan, if you are not using professionally drawn plans. Make sure to reflect any attached garages, porches, decks, etc. If there are bedrooms included in your floor plan, you also must include window sizes and door placements.
Sample Floorplan.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [459.2 KB]
Use this sample drawing as a guide when providing an overhead view of the parcel and new or additional buildings on the parcel. This should be provided with your Zoning Permit Application.
OVERVIEW.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [150.5 KB]
Site Plan Application and Instructions.p[...]
Adobe Acrobat document [126.1 KB]
Short Term Rentals
Lawrence Twp Rental Unit Affidavit 2024.[...]
Adobe Acrobat document [104.3 KB]
Lawrence Tenant Good Condcut Agreement 2[...]
Adobe Acrobat document [135.4 KB]
Lawrence Township Renewal Rental App App[...]
Adobe Acrobat document [115.5 KB]
Lawrence Township Renewal Rental App App[...]
Adobe Acrobat document [115.5 KB]
ELECTION
Absent Voter Ballot Application Fillable[...]
Adobe Acrobat document [146.9 KB]
Freedom of Information Request (FOIA) Procedures and Forms
Lawrence Township Public Summary FOIA 12[...]
Microsoft Word document [100.0 KB]
Microsoft Word document [125.5 KB]
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Microsoft Word document [116.5 KB]
Assessor Applications
Application for MCL 211.7u Poverty Exemp[...]
Adobe Acrobat document [164.4 KB]
Affirmation of Ownership and Occupancy t[...]
Adobe Acrobat document [47.5 KB]
Others
Military veterans, living or dead, can be honored by having a memorial brick placed in our Veteran's Cemetery Memorial at Hill Cemetery.
Hill Cemetery Memorial Brick Order Form [...]
Adobe Acrobat document [157.6 KB]
A permit is required before door-to-door solicitations or yard sales may be conducted. There is a $75 fee for peddler/solicitation permits. Yard Sales have no fee, at this time.
PeddlerSolicitorYardSale Application.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [125.6 KB]
This form is used to apply for a Zoning Special Use Permit.
Lawrence Twp SUP App 9-6-19.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [110.7 KB]
Use this form to request approval for a license for a medical OR adult-use/recreational marihuana facility. Review Ordinance 1 Amendment of 12-12-19 and Ordinance 31 for more information.
Lawrence Application Marihuana Facility [...]
Adobe Acrobat document [194.4 KB]
If you are having an issue with any of Lawrence Township's Marihuana Facilities please use the attached form and contact us right away.
Rich Glista
Lawrence Township Marijuana Administrator
(269) 674-4255 ext. 104
MAAdmin@lawrence-township.org
Facility Complaint Form 8-21.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [55.4 KB]
The new Town Hall, located at 411 N Paw Paw St, was purchased from the Lion's Club. The building is available for public events only. No private rentals allowed.
Town Hall Usage Form 2025 Update.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [272.3 KB]
The historic old Town Hall is now owned and operated by the Lawrence Town Hall Preservation Foundation and is available for rent. You can rent the upper level, basement level, or both.
Rental Form 5-1-19.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [173.1 KB]
Support the New Village Playground through tiered sponsorship levels—from $50 to $50,000+. Every contribution helps build a safe, inclusive play space for generations to enjoy.
sponsorship package (2).pdf
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View the proposed location and layout for the New Village Playground, including equipment areas and accessibility features.
Lawrence Park Site Plan.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [682.7 KB]
LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP
411 N Paw Paw St
P.O. Box 445
Lawrence, MI 49064
Office Phone: 269-674-4255
Click here for a map view.
Planning a Brush or Burn Pile Cleanup?
Be sure to contact the Fire Department at 269-674-8833 before you burn.
Let’s keep our community safe—always follow local fire safety regulations.
New Village Playground Project
Lawrence Joint Parks and Recreation is planning a vibrant, inclusive playground in the Village of Lawrence—a joyful space for children and families to gather and play. A $302,000 fundraising campaign is underway to help secure a DNR matching grant for construction.
Interested in supporting the project?
View the Sponsorship Package or contact the Village for
more information.
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