Cheboygan County, Michigan
Serving Northern Michigan since 1855.
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Cheboygan Crib Light · Photo: T. Doyle
Departments
Where to start
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County Administration
Administrator’s Mission Statement To manage and support county operations as directed by the Board of Commissioners in order to efficiently deliver services to citizens.
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County Clerk/Register of Deeds
The Clerk’s Office maintains birth and death records, issues and files marriage licenses, handles concealed weapon permits, notary public records, and voter registration records.
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County Treasurer
The office of County Treasurer was established by the Michigan State Constitution. The Treasurer is an elected official and serves a 4-year term.
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Building Safety
Referenced Standards: In addition to the codes listed above, there are many more referenced standards enforced by this office.
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Planning & Zoning Department
Setback Inspection Requests: Please email all requests for a setback inspection to p&z@cheboygancounty.net or call 231-627-8489.
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Veterans Services
If you would like to nominate a veteran to be a future Home Town Hero, please complete this form and send it to our office.
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Government
Upcoming meetings
News
County updates
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May 22, 2026
Building Closure Memorial Day
The Cheboygan County Building will be closed on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. We will be open with regular hours Tuesday, May 26th.
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Apr 29, 2026
Department of Building Safety Regarding Flooded Structures
CHEBOYGAN COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING SAFETY CHEBOYGAN COUNTY BUILDING 870 S. MAIN STREET, PO BOX 70 CHEBOYGAN, MI 49721 PHONE: (231)627-8813 FAX: (231)627-8454
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Apr 29, 2026
Flood Damage Self Reporting Survey – Survey 123
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Apr 28, 2026
Cheboygan County Seeking Public Input
Cheboygan County is seeking public input for updates to the County Master Plan and the Joint Recreation Plan.
About Cheboygan County
Where Lake Huron meets the north woods.
Cheboygan County sits at the tip of Michigan's Lower Peninsula, spanning more than 700 square miles of forest, inland lakes, and Great Lakes shoreline. Home to roughly 25,000 residents and the county seat of Cheboygan, the County has served Northern Michigan since its founding in 1855.
From the Cheboygan State Park lighthouse to the Black Mountain recreation area, residents and visitors enjoy four-season access to some of Michigan's best natural areas.
Partners
Partner agencies
The County collaborates with regional partners on health, courts, education, and recreation.