Resources

Incompatible Offices in Planning and Zoning

Published on July 27, 2026
This table is a working draft of incompatible offices with respect to the planning and zoning function of local government. It is based on statutes, Michigan Attorney General opinions, and court decisions, and may be incomplete.
First Impressions Tourism Assessment: White Cloud Summary of Results

Published on July 22, 2026
Learn more about the First Impressions Tourism Assessment program summary of results for the City of White Cloud.
MSU Product Center 2025 Economic Impacts

Published on July 2, 2026
Since 2003, the Michigan State University Product Center has assisted in business expansions resulting in total investments of over $462 million and creation of 4,067 jobs.
MSU Extension Land Use Team Coverage Areas

Published on July 1, 2026
Find the MSU Extension land use educator near you.
Empowering Local Leadership and Governance: Impacts of MSU Extension's Zoning Administrator Certificate Program

Published on June 24, 2026
This retrospective evaluation documents the impact of MSU Extension's Zoning Administrator Certificate Program on both individual participants as land use decision makers and the communities they support.
First Impressions Tourism: A Summary of Community Action, Successes & Impact, 2021-2024

Published on May 29, 2026
This report focuses on the actions and successes implemented by several MI communities that engaged in the FIT program between 2021-2024.
Cottage Food Business Voluntary Registration: Step-by-Step Instructions

Published on May 27, 2026
This resource provides a step-by-step walkthrough of the new Cottage Food Business Voluntary Registration process in Michigan.
The Impact of GLP-1 Drugs on the Agri-Food System

Published on May 21, 2026
This brief study analyzes the impact of GLP-1 drugs on the agri-food system.
Property Tax in Michigan: Principles of Good Tax Reform

Published on May 11, 2026
Guiding principles that may be useful to both citizens and policymakers in designing and assessing proposed tax reforms.
Property Tax in Michigan: Headlee, Proposal A, And Modern Challenges

Published on May 11, 2026
History of Michigan property taxes and the system's current challenges