Lodi Township
Lodi Township is located in Washtenaw County, Michigan, just southwest of Ann Arbor. Established in 1834, three years before Michigan became a state, it was named after the Town of Lodi near New York State’s Finger Lakes.
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Important INFORMATION
INTEREST FORM FOR OPEN POSITIONS AT LODI TOWNSHIP
Please submit your interest at anytime.
List of appointed positions, those that have been appointed, and ending terms can be found by clicking on the links below:
PLANNING COMMISSION
BOARD OF REVIEW
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
2025 WCRC Road Projects
Lodi Connection Newsletter
Saline Area Burn Permits
The Saline Area Fire Department requests that residents in York Township, Saline Township and Lodi Township serviced by this department call the department at 429-4440 and follow the prompts for a Burn Permit if you intend to burn. There is no fee for the permit. By reporting this to the Saline Area Fire Department, it MAY prevent an unnecessary fire run and cost to you.
Vacation Watch Request Form
Click HERE to complete the Vacation Watch Request Form. Please reach out to barabasf@washtenaw.org with any questions. Lodi Township will have a new deputy starting in January, his contact information will be provided once he is assigned to the Township.
Applying for a CPL
To get a Concealed Pistol License (CPL) in Lodi Township, Michigan, which is in Washtenaw County, you need to follow Washtenaw County’s procedure.
2. Get the application: You can download the application from the State of Michigan website or pick up a physical copy from the County Clerk/Register’s office, a local police department, or the Sheriff’s Department.
5. Submit your application and documents: Go to your appointment with the completed application, training certificate, and a valid Michigan driver’s license or state ID with a Washtenaw County address. Your application must be submitted before fingerprinting.
6. Get fingerprinted: Fingerprints are taken using a LiveScan system. Washtenaw County Clerk’s office offers this service during your appointment, or you can go to another local agency. Remember, you must have applied for your CPL first.
7. Wait for the background check and notification: A background check is done after fingerprinting. You will receive a letter about your application status, and approved permits are mailed out.
Important Notes:
- Be ready to pay fees when you apply. Fees may include an application and licensing fee payable to the county clerk.
- Keep your fingerprinting receipt, which can serve as a temporary CPL if your permanent one is delayed.
- A CPL is for concealed pistols, not long guns
News & Events
County Cleanup Days
Registration is required to attend any County Cleanup Day. The specific location will be provided after registering. All events are 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. REGISTER HERE.
- April 4 in Pittsfield Township Registration opens February 23 at 9:00 a.m.
- June 27 in Northfield Township Registration opens May 18 at 9:00 a.m.
- August 8 in City of Ypsilanti Registration opens June 29 at 9:00 a.m.
- November 14 in Scio Township Registration opens October 5 at 9:00 a.m.
Before you register, review the lists of accepted items HERE.
The Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) is pleased to announce a safety improvement project scheduled for the intersection of Ann Arbor-Saline Rd and Ellsworth Rd in Lodi Township. This investment, slated for the 2026 construction season, is the result of the WCRC’s proactive monitoring of local traffic patterns and safety data.
The project is funded under a haul route agreement between the WCRC and aggregate material producers. The primary goal of the project is to improve visibility for drivers by lowering the vertical elevation change (hill-cut) to the southwest. This will provide stopped motorists on Ellsworth Rd a better line of sight along Ann Arbor-Saline Rd.
“This project is a vital component of our commitment to infrastructure safety,” stated Felix Weber, WCRC Project Manager. “By improving sight lines and modernizing the intersection, we are promoting a reduction in traffic crashes and enhancing the commute for all motorists.”
Construction is anticipated to take place during the summer of 2026. To ensure the safety of both work crews and motorists, the intersection of Ann Arbor-Saline Rd and Ellsworth Rd will be closed to all through traffic for the duration of the project. A formal detour will be established and posted on the Ann Arbor Saline Rd Project Page. While the intersection remains closed to the public, the WCRC will maintain access for properties located within the immediate construction zone.
The WCRC encourages community members and stakeholders to stay informed by subscribing to receive electronic road work advisories at this link: https://www.wcroads.org/residents/subscribe-to-road-updates/
For specific questions on this project, contact Felix Weber, Project Manager, at (734) 327-6689 or weberf@wcroads.org.
Due to the spring thaw, road conditions may be difficult. Please note that all public roads are the responsibility of the Washtenaw County Road Commission.
If you have concerns about road conditions, maintenance, weight restrictions, or damage, please contact them directly at 734-761-1500 or visit their website at www.wcroads.org to report the issue.
Lodi Township is seeking Members of the Township to serve as:
Alternate Member of the Township Board of Review – The Board of Review hears appeals related to property tax assessments under Michigan law. Alternate members serve when regular members are unavailable and participate fully in hearings and decisions. Members are required to complete State of Michigan training, either online or in person. This is an appointed position with a two-year term beginning January 1 of an odd-numbered year and ending December 31 of the following even-numbered year.
Applicants must meet Michigan statutory requirements, including:
- Be a registered voter (elector) of the township
- Be a property taxpayer in the township
- Not be a member of the Township Board
- Not be an immediate family member of the Township Assessor
Applicants must be registered voters of the township and have significant knowledge of Planning and Zoning.
Interested residents should fill out this application form and submit a cover letter and resume to Jan@loditownshipmi.org.
The WAVE Bus is available for ALL of Lodi Township. Please see:
https://ridethewavebus.org/ for more information.
New USPS Postmark Rule
At the end of 2025, a new rule promulgated by the U.S. Postal Service took effect, seeking to clarify postmark practices. The rule does not alter USPS postmark practices. Rather, it is intended to make clear that the postmark will reflect the date an envelope is first processed by an automated USPS sorting machine—not the date that the piece of mail was dropped off at a USPS facility mail box. The postmark date could be several days after the mail was put in a USPS mail box. To guarantee a specific postmark date, USPS recommends that residents request a manual local postmark at a post office or USPS retail location (which is free) or purchase a certificate of mailing. Townships may wish to share information with their residents for instances when postmark is acceptable for receipt, such as certain tax exemption forms delivered to the assessor. The rule also has potential impacts for military and overseas voters (MOVE). Under the Michigan Constitution, MOVE ballots are counted as long as the ballot is postmarked on or before Election Day and received by the appropriate election official within six days after the election. MOVE voters are urged to return their ballots through the mail as soon as possible to account for mail delays, as well as the possibility of a delayed postmark.
Washtenaw County Household Hazardous Waste collections have changed. Please see Household Hazardous Waste for detailed information.
For week day scheduling at the 5 Mile Road location CLICK HERE
For weekend scheduling at the North Zeeb Road Location CLICK HERE
Paying Lodi Township Tax bills:
Current full tax payments can now be made at Old National Bank (Saline Branch ONLY) at 200 North Maple Rd, Saline, MI 48176 (click for map) during the branch’s normal business hours. Old National bank is open 9am-5pm M-F, and Saturdays from 9am-noon. Bring the bottom part of your tax bill with your payment of check or cash to the bank.
OR at any Bank of Ann Arbor location. Hours and locations can be found HERE.
Lodi Township located at 3755 Pleasant Lake Road (click for map) is open Monday – Thursday from 9am-noon, Friday the Treasurer is available via email at michelle@loditownshipmi.org. You can always leave a check in the drop box anytime 24/7. If you mail your check, please allow ample time for your payment to be received before the due date,
we suggest 10 days before.
Electronic payments are still an option through our website at LodiTownshipMI.org though BS&A online click to go to online payment.
Paying online with an electronic check is a $3.00 fee (payment comes out of your checking/saving account). The fee for a Visa debit card is $3.95 flat fee. If you want to pay online with a credit card (not your checking account), the online credit card company charges 3% of your entire bill.
Be careful and look at the charges online before you accept.
From the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office:
The Sheriff’s Office has implemented an, on-line, police reporting portal. Citizens can file certain types
of police reports on-line without needing contact with a Deputy or coming to a station. The following
types of incidents may be filed on-line:
• Harassing phone calls/ No Known Suspects
• Identity Theft/ No Known Suspects
• Lost property
• Larceny/Theft/ No Known Suspects
• Damaged Property/Vandalism
• Accidental/Non-Intentional Property Damage
Any and all incidents can still be reported by calling 911, Washtenaw Metro Dispatches non-emergency
dispatch number (734) 994-2911 or in person at any of our Community Police Stations.
The on-line reporting portal can be accessed through the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office website.
https://www.washtenaw.org/3439/File-a-Police-Report
The Sheriff’s Office has gone live with a crime data dashboard on our website.
The dashboard is interactive and pulls data by zip codes. The data is updated regularly.
There are various pages that can be viewed: Overall Crime Data, Victim Demographics, Arrest
Demographics, Traffic Overview and Subject Control (Use of Force Incidents).
Sheriff Data & Information Dashboard | Washtenaw County, MI
This is an excellent resource for those interested in taking a deeper dive into Sheriff’s Office operations
and who we have contact with.
Click HERE for Washtenaw County
Landowner’s Resource List
Information on Land Assessment, Land Management and Land Protection.
ZONING COMPLIANCE
ISSUED IN THE TOWNSHIP OFFICE
TUESDAY-THURSDAY 9:30AM-11:30AM
PLEASE CONTACT THE OFFICE WITH QUESTIONS
734.665.7583
ZONING COMPLIANCE INSTRUCTIONS:
-Three copies of blueprints for structures or three copies of specs of generator/solar array.
-Three copies of a site plan that must include ALL STRUCTURES on the property INCLUDING indicating distance from residential structure and all property lines. If installing generator, staking the nearest property line to the generator is required.
-Blue prints and site plans sent via mail must include a stamped self-addressed envelope and a check payable to Lodi Township in the amount of $100.00. Zoning Compliance Permit and signed plans will be returned via mail.
-If applying in person, Zoning Compliance Permits are accepted Monday-Thursday 9:30am until 11:30am. Application fee is $100.00 at time of application.
Zoning Compliance required prior to building permits from Washtenaw County.
*ZONING COMPLIANCE IS NOT AVALIABLE ONLINE*
NEW! Washtenaw County Fix It Program
The Washtenaw County Road Commission has launched “WCRC Fix It” an online platform that allows residents to report non-emergency issues online and via a mobile app available in the Apple iTunes & Google Play stores. The WCRC Fix It platform is to be used for non-emergency road issues. WCRC will check and respond to service requests submitted via WCRC Fix It during business hours. If you need to report an emergency or potentially hazardous road issue, we encourage them to call the Road Commission immediately at (734) 761-1500.
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