Overview

Thank you for your interest in contributing to the growth of the City of Whitehall. We are pleased to offer this page as a convenient hub of essential resources for development projects.

We strongly encourage all project developers to schedule a Pre-Application conference with the City. This conference is an opportunity to answer any questions you may have and ensure that your proposed concept aligns with the City’s planning and zoning regulations. Please contact the Zoning Administrator to schedule a conference, Scott Huebler, ph. 231-894-4048 or email huebler@cityofwhitehall.org.

Before you can obtain a building permit you must verify if zoning approval is required. Some examples would be opening a business, constructing a building or addition, erecting a sign, or a number of other activities. A site plan or special use permit application may be required. Certain types of zoning approval can be issued by the Zoning Administrator; other situations require action by the Planning Commission.

Associated permit and application fees can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. Credit card payments incur a 3% convenience fee. This fee is charged by the card processing company, Point & Pay. The City of Whitehall does not receive any portion of the convenience fee. The City also has two convenient drop boxes where payments can be deposited after hours. One is located on the south side of the City parking lot and the other is attached to the building by the west end entrance.