Public Act 56 & Dock Permits

In compliance with P.A. 56 of 2012, the Gerrish Township Police have been delegated the responsibility of the local entity dock permitting process referred to P.A. 56 of 2012.  The Police Department has worked with the Township Attorney to draft the Dock Permit for usage.  All permits will be handled by Chief Muszynski or Lt. LaBonte and at this time no permit fees will be charged to obtain a permit.  All permits issued will expire on November 1st of the given year of the permit.  The permit language is contained in the statute.  Failure to secure the permit becomes a violation of the statute.

We look forward to making this process as seamless and convenient as possible in order to guarantee lake access for all who wish to visit our lake.

For a SAMPLE of the Dock Permit Application, click here: DOCK PERMIT Sample

For a printable version of the Public Act 56 Brochure, click here: PA 56 Brochure 

Chief Muszynski may be contacted at 989-821-5207 Ext. 286 or email him using Contact Form at right.

Lt. Norm LaBonte may be contacted at 989-821-5207 Ext. 287 or email him using Contact Form at right.

For the 2025 season, the following Gerrish Township Public Road End docks have been issued permits:

  • Arbutus Lane
  • Bittersweet Lane
  • Chicago Avenue
  • Hitchcock Avenue
  • Lady Slipper Lane
  • Lily Lane
  • Magnolia Avenue
  • Reaves Forest Drive / Henry Avenue
  • St. Lawrence Avenue
  • St. Louis Avenue
  • Washington Avenue
  • West Maplehurst Drive
  • Yorty Drive   

If you have any questions regarding these Road End Docks, please contact us.

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