Director of Planning & Zoning

Jenn Cram

Planner Randy Mielnik

​Office Hours: Monday 7:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., Tuesday - Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., drop-in or by appointment.  (Closed Friday, Saturday, & Sunday)
Location: 13235 Center Road, Traverse City, Michigan 49686
Telephone 231.223.7314
E-mail: planner@peninsulatownship.com
Please note: if unable reach me, please also contact TBD, Zoning Administrator, at 231.223.7318 or zoning@peninsulatownship.com. We will return your call or email as soon as possible.
The Planning Department’s primary duties include:
  • Assisting the Planning Commission and Township Board on Master Plan, Zoning Ordinance, and General Ordinance issues
  • Supporting the Parks and Recreation Commission
  • Reviewing Special Land Use Permits
  • Issuing land use / zoning permits as needed
  • Implementing the Purchase of Development Rights program
  • Advising the land development community
  • Assisting the public on a day-to-day basis