DEQ - Aquatic Nuisance Control

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Aquatic Nuisance Control

Inland Lakes Management

Although aquatic plants are a natural component of every aquatic ecosystem, excessive plant growth can sometimes be a nuisance for riparian property owners and other lake users.>

This page can be accessed as www.mi.gov/anc.

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Information

• NPDES Pesticide General Permit

• Aquatic Plant Management Information

• Permitting Information for the Chemical Treatment of Aquatic Nuisance Plants and/or Algae

• Swimmer's Itch Information

• Control and Management of Invasive Phragmites

• Management of Aquatic Plants PDF icon

• Common Aquatic Plants of Michigan PDF icon

• Swimmer's Itch in Michigan PDF icon

• What are the Chemical Control Options? PDF icon

• Notification, Posting, and Use Restrictions for Chemical Treatments PDF icon

Laws and Rules

• Part 33, Aquatic Nuisance Control of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended

• Aquatic Nuisance Control Administrative Rules PDF icon

Online Services

• Aquatic Nuisance Control Permit Application Status

Application & Permit Information

• ANC Permits expire on December 31 of the year for which they are issued. DEADLINE: Permit applications for treatment of higher aquatic plants must be postmarked no later than August 15.

• Permit Application Forms

• Permit Amendment Request Form

• General Permits and Pre-Approved Lists of Specific Waterbodies Eligible for Certificates of Coverage (COC)

• Posting Sign

• Treatment Report Forms