"Gateway to Anchor Bay"

Welcome to Chesterfieldtwp.org the official website for the Charter Township of Chesterfield. Originally established as a general law township in 1842, we became a Charter Township in 1989 to better serve the residents in our rapidly growing community. Located in the Northeast quadrant of Macomb County, Michigan we are approximately 30 miles north of Downtown Detroit. Chesterfield’s land mass consist of a little more then 26 square miles and our entire eastern boundary is along Anchor Bay in northern Lake St. Clair.

The population of Chesterfield is currently 45,027 and has grown substantially in the last 30 years. In 1980 the population was 18,276. In 1990 the population was 25,905 and the most recent census in 2000 reflected a doubling of resident since 1980 to 37,405.

Three public school districts serve the educational needs of our school age population. Anchor Bay Schools, www.anchorbay.misd.net, L’Anse Creuse Schools, www.lc-ps.org, and New Haven Schools www.newhaven.misd.net all provide a wide range of programs to assure an outstanding educational experience.

The township municipal services include our own Police and Fire departments and the quality of living is enhanced by a Parks and Recreation department, Water department, Public Works department and Senior Center. Our Municipal Building located at 47275 Sugarbush houses the Offices of The Supervisor, Clerk and Treasurer as well as the Building, Assessing, Planning and Code enforcement services. More information on all of these services can be accessed through the drop down box labeled “Services” located above.

The employees of Chesterfield Township are happy to serve the residents of Chesterfield and their guest. All employees take pride in delivering efficient, accurate and courteous service. Please refer to the event calendar featured, in part , on this page for the latest information on meetings, community events, and observed Legal Holidays.

We are open weekdays from 8:00am to 4:30pm and can be reached at (586)949-0400. Our fax number is (586)949-4108. The Municipal Building is located at 47275 Sugarbush, just a quarter mile north of 21 Mile Rd and half mile east of I-94.

Our Website’s Purpose:
To provide information to Township residents regarding Local, County and State government matters. The Website shall be utilized to electronically publish information to internet users about Chesterfield Township, Macomb County and State of Michigan municipal matters.