New Development in Mackinac Island, Michigan
135 development projects are moving through Mackinac Island, Michigan's planning and zoning pipeline so far in 2026 — led by commercial (16), civic actions (9), residential (9). Boardwalk indexes each from the source city meeting record, typically 12–24 months before a building permit exists. Data updated 2026-09-13.
Data through September 13, 2026 · Updated September 14, 2026 · America/Denver · Refreshed weekly
Planning & zoning stage · 12–24 months before constructionMackinac Island projects (YTD 2026)
135
Project categories
3
Top type
Commercial
U.S. projects indexed (YTD)
1,043,213
Mackinac Island development by the numbers
| Project type | Projects (YTD) |
|---|---|
| Commercial | 16 |
| Civic Actions | 9 |
| Residential | 9 |
What new projects are filed in Mackinac Island right now?
| Project | Location | Type | Latest action | Meeting date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7301 Main Street Variance | 7301 Main Street, Mackinac Island, MI | Civic Actions,Residential | approved | 2026-06-11 |
| GHMI Resort Holdings Boardinghouse | 4th Street and Cadotte Ave., Mackinac Island, MI | Civic Actions,Residential | under review | 2026-06-10 |
| GHMI Resort Holdings LLC Appeal | corner of 4th Street and Cadotte Ave., Assessor's Plat of Harrisonville, Lot 98, Mackinac Island, MI | Civic Actions,Residential | under review | 2026-06-10 |
| 2257 Cadotte Ave Building Permit | 2257 Cadotte Ave, Mackinac Island, MI | Civic Actions | under review | 2026-06-10 |
| GHMl Resort Holdings LLC Boarding House Variance | Approximate location - SouthEast corner of Cadotte Ave & 4th Street, Mackinac Island, MI | Civic Actions,Residential | under review | 2026-06-08 |
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Recent Mackinac Island projects by entitlement status
| Status in pipeline | Recent projects |
|---|---|
| Under review | 4 |
| Approved | 1 |
Mackinac Island development — frequently asked questions
- How many development projects are happening in Mackinac Island, Michigan?
- Boardwalk has indexed 135 development projects in Mackinac Island, Michigan year-to-date in 2026, led by commercial (16). Data refreshes weekly from source city and county meeting records.
- How early does Boardwalk surface Mackinac Island projects?
- At the planning and zoning stage — typically 12 to 24 months before a building permit or construction bid exists. Each record is captured from the source city council or planning commission packet.
- Which county is Mackinac Island in?
- Mackinac Island is in Mackinac County, Michigan.