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HB 6030

Natural resources: shorelands; temporary erosion control structures; authorize without permit during high water levels. Amends secs. 32312, 32312a & 32510 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.32312 et seq.) & adds sec. 32510a.

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by Joey Andrews

Michigan bill allows property owners to install temporary shoreline erosion structures without permits during high water periods, streamlining response times but potentially reducing environmental review oversight.

bill electronically reproduced 11/07/2024
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Bill Summary · HB 6030

Legislative bill overview

HB 6030 modifies Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to allow property owners to install temporary erosion control structures along shorelines without obtaining a permit during periods of high water levels. The bill amends existing permit requirements under sections 32312, 32312a, and 32510, and creates a new section 32510a to establish the conditions under which such structures can be deployed without advance authorization.

Why is this important

Shoreline erosion is a significant concern for Michigan property owners, particularly along the Great Lakes where water levels fluctuate seasonally and climatically. This bill could provide faster, more flexible responses to acute erosion events without bureaucratic delays, but it also raises questions about environmental oversight and cumulative impacts on protected shoreline ecosystems.

Potential points of contention

  • Environmental protection concerns: Temporary structures installed without permit review could damage wetlands, fish habitat, or other sensitive ecosystems that state permits are designed to protect
  • Definition ambiguity: The bill doesn't specify what constitutes "temporary," the size/scope limits of permitted structures, or what qualifies as "high water levels," creating enforcement uncertainty
  • Equity and precedent issues: Allowing permit-free installation for some property owners while others must obtain permits raises fairness questions and could incentivize structures that technically exceed the temporary designation

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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