Norman Township is located in the southeast section of Manistee County, Michigan. The township encompasses nearly 72 square miles of area within the county and is more than 97% rural in nature. The topography consists of forest areas, several lakes, a large man-made pond, two rivers, and rolling hills of federal land. These characteristics have shaped the settlements that grew up among them, and the entire region has become known for its resort quality and its abundance of recreational opportunities. This Master Plan is created to protect and cultivate these resources while promoting economic development and new housing choices for existing and future residents of this beautiful area.