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Community Development
Responsibilities
The Department of Community Development provides a full range of city building, planning and development services to new and existing residents and businesses.
Services
- Commercial & Residential Building Permits/Inspections
- Code Enforcement
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- GIS Mapping
- Housing Assistance & Housing Rehabilitation (CDBG)
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Boards and Commissions
The Department of Community Development serves as the liaison to the following:
- Historic District Commission
- Human Services Board
- Planning Commission
- Zoning Board of Appeals
- Construction Board of Appeals
- Downtown Development Authority
- Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
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Resources & Strategic Plans
The City Administration and the Department of Community Development have developed several strategic plans that articulate the long-term vision of the City of Portage. These resources identify goals and objectives for future growth and redevelopment and outline various implementation strategies to achieve the community vision and goals.
If you need assistance or have any questions, please contact the Department of Community Development 24-hour message line at 269-329-4477.
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Peter Dame
Chief Development OfficerPhone: (269) 329-4403
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Community Development
Physical Address
7900 S Westnedge Avenue
Portage, MI 49002
Phone: (269) 329-4477Fax: (269) 324-0537
24-Hour Message Line
(269) 329-4477