Dustin P. Ordway Law Blog

Some Michigan properties contain former wetlands that were filled by a prior owner.  The regulatory authorities charged with protecting wetlands may be tempted to consider prior wetlands filling as akin to a prior release of a hazardous substance:  someone created the "problem" in the past; but you the current owner must fix it.

Do not accept this position without consulting with your attorney.  The wetlands statute in Michigan may empower the MDNRE to... Read More