Mich. Admin. Code R. 257.1527

Current through Vol. 24-21, December 1, 2024
Section R. 257.1527 - Easements, leases, and permits; requirements

Rule 7.

(1) A minimum term of 4 months between December 1 and the following March 31 is the required duration of an easement, lease, or permit.
(2) The easement, lease, or permit shall be in writing.
(3) The department, when it deems it necessary for maintenance purposes, may provide for a longer term.
(4) After the department has approved a trail, the applicant may submit a signed certification in place of the leases or permits for future acquisition applications.
(5) The easement or lease shall include, at a minimum, all of the following rights:
(a) The right to post signs.
(b) The right of limited construction.
(c) The right of maintenance.
(d) The right of use by snowmobilers and other nonconflicting recreational trail users.
(6) Cost sharing shall be limited to the minimum land area necessary for the trail.

Mich. Admin. Code R. 257.1527

1982 AACS; 2011 AACS