Resources for Landlords & Developers
From architects to zoning ordinances, we have gathered the contacts and resources you need to turn that fixer-upper into a home or rental.
The Western Upper Peninsula Planning & Development Region has gathered several helpful resources for housing developers and landlords in the Western U.P.
See our growing list of resources below!
Developer Resources
Western U.P. Key Developer Contacts
About this resource
A big challenge for new developers in the Western U.P. is finding contractors and professionals to make your project successful from start to finish.
WUPPDR has gathered a list of local:
● Architectural firms
● Banks and financial institutions
● Contractors and subcontractors
● Engineering firms
● Environmental firms
● Real estate firms
● Surveyors
● Title agencies
Get in touch with the people who can help make your development project a success!
About this resource
The Western U.P. consists of 68 municipalities—each with their own local context.
WUPPDR has gathered key development information for each city, village, and township in Baraga, Houghton, Gogebic, Iron, Keweenaw, and Ontonagon counties.
Included:
Master plans
Zoning ordinances
Contact information for key municipal contacts like building inspectors, zoning administrators, assessors
Utilities information
Municipal website links, and more!
About this resource
The Michigan Housing Data Portal provides easily accessible housing, demographic and economic data to help community members and housing stakeholders across the state understand key local trends, compare these trends to other geographies, and create detailed reports.
Local Housing Data
About this resource
Interactive dashboard featuring local housing data for all six counties in the Western U.P. The data dashboard includes listings by county, average rent prices over time, average price of rent per number of bedrooms, and more.
Guidebook to Housing Development
About this resource
The WUPPDR Guidebook to Housing Development outlines the process of a successful development project—from ideation to grand opening. The guidebook includes an introduction to ethics in housing development, tips for building your development team, how to conduct market research, create a budget and pro forma, and more. The resources section includes helpful links for additional reading and information on key grant programs that support housing development in the Western U.P.
If you have been thinking about stepping into the world of housing development, the Guidebook is a great starting point!
Get the Guidebook - coming soon!
Landlord Resources
Landlord and Renters’ rights in Michigan
Michigan Consumer Protection
Michigan Consumer Protection provides resources outlining both tenant and landlord rights Michigan under state law. As a landlord, you can use these materials to better understand key obligations and standards related to rental agreements, handling security deposits, and compliance with the Tenant–Landlord Relationships Act.
For a clear summary of applicable rules and best practices, review the resources available through Michigan Consumer Protection Renters’ Rights in Michigan.
How can I list a unit for rent?
Western U.P. Housing Finder tool
Looking for an easy way to list your rental unit? Go to the Western U.P. Housing Finder tool to list your unit for FREE. The process takes just a few minutes, and you will save time with the tool’s pre-screening feature that will connect you with qualified tenants fast!
A Practical Guide for Tenants & Landlords
This guide, arranged in an easy-to-follow question and answer format, includes information about landlord and renter's’ rights and responsibilities regarding rental contracts.
