Residents of Metamora Township are urgently raising concerns about a proposed high-density condominium development on Brauer Road that is already showing signs of moving forward before proper approvals and public input have occurred.

🚨 What’s happening right now:
Heavy tree clearing and road staking have already begun
A new subdivision is being proposed with 80+ homes
A road is planned to connect an existing subdivision directly to Brauer Rd, a rural country road
 
⚠️ Why this is a serious problem:
🌿 1. Potential Wetland & Environmental Violations
The site plan shows a road crossing through a wetland/drainage corridor, which under Michigan law requires state approval through the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy.

👉 No clear evidence has been provided that this approval exists.

 
🛑 2. Development Appears to Be Moving Forward Without Approval
No confirmed final site plan approval
No confirmed public hearing
No clear zoning approval
Yet:
👉 Clearing and preparation have already started

This raises serious concerns about whether proper procedures are being followed.

 
⚖️ 3. This Is NOT an Existing Project — It Is a NEW Development
The original condominium project tied to this area was legally terminated
The land for this proposal was purchased in 2024 under new ownership
The current plan includes a completely different layout and new parcels
👉 This means the development must be treated as a new project and follow all current zoning and approval laws

 
🚗 4. Major Traffic & Safety Concerns
This proposal would:

Turn Brauer Rd into a cut-through route between subdivisions
Significantly increase traffic on a rural road not designed for it
Impact safety for families, children, and residents
 
🏡 5. Impact to Property, Easements, and Rural Character
Potential interference with existing easements and drainage
Loss of wildlife habitat and natural landscape
Permanent change to the quiet, rural character of the area
 
📣 WHAT WE ARE ASKING
We are calling on Metamora Township officials to:

✔ Immediately pause all development activity
✔ Require full zoning review and compliance
✔ Ensure public notice and public hearings
✔ Require environmental review and EGLE approval before any work continues
✔ Fully investigate early clearing activity

 
✍️ WHY YOUR SIGNATURE MATTERS
This is about:

Protecting our environment 🌿
Protecting our homes 🏡
Protecting our safety 🚗
Protecting our community’s voice 🗣️
👉 If we don’t act now, this development could move forward without proper oversight.

 
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