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Leelanau Township's Private Road Ordinance

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Buying property on a private road in Leelanau Township? The township has a written ordinance for just that. You’ll find the Private Road Ordinance in the township’s official document center, right alongside the rules for short-term rentals, nuisance, and parks.

If you’re looking at a place with a private road, that’s your first stop — pull it up before you buy.

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Last reviewed against the listed sources: June 7, 2026.

Leelanau Township (official government site)

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