The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDR) Order, Condemnation and Confiscation process is a legal procedure used to protect the public from hazardous or otherwise dangerous property. This process allows the MDR to take control of land or other property if it is determined to be a threat to public safety or the environment. The MDR may order, condemn and confiscate property if it is determined to be: a public health hazard, a potential source of pollution or environmental degradation, an illegal activity, or otherwise a disturbance to the public welfare. There are three types of Michigan Department of Natural Resources Order, Condemnation and Confiscation: 1. Compulsory: This type of order is issued when the MDR has determined that the property poses an imminent risk to public health or the environment. This order requires that the property owner take immediate action to remedy the hazardous condition or risk having their property condemned and confiscated. 2. Negotiated: This type of order is issued when the MDR has determined that the property poses a potential threat to public safety or the environment. The MDR will negotiate with the property owner in order to reach an agreement that will protect the public from the potential hazards. 3. Discretionary: This type of order is issued when the MDR has determined that the property poses a minor threat to public safety or the environment. The MDR will use its discretion to determine an appropriate course of action to protect the public. The MDR may choose to allow the property owner to take corrective action or may order the property to be condemned and confiscated.