In order to establish an SAD, the following steps must be taken:

A representative must arrange a meeting with the Engineering Department to outline the proposed district and verify the feasibility of adding the utility improvement. Call the Engineering Department at (248) 451-4824 to set up an appointment.

If the project appears feasible, as verified by the Engineering Department, then a written request must be submitted to the Township Supervisor, showing the designated area to be serviced by the proposed improvement. When a request is made to the Township for the establishment of a special assessment district, the person or persons making the request shall establish a cash escrow with the Township Treasurer. The amount of escrow will be $500.00.

Petitions, instruction sheets, a cost estimate and a map will be prepared by the Engineering Department. These will be given to the Petitioner for circulation within the district. These petitions must be signed by 60% of the property owners. All property owners not in favor of the project must sign a separate list. Petitions must be returned within 90 days.

The petitions are returned to the Engineering Department. A copy is sent to Assessing Department for verification of signatures.

After 60% of the property owners and 60% of the land area (60% of the total frontage is needed for paving projects are determined, the Engineer will direct the Township Attorney to begin the formal process.