Holland Reporter

Three ski area licenses were issued by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) in Van Buren County during the fourth quarter, an increase over the same quarter of the previous year, according to data provided by the department.

No ski area licenses were issued in Van Buren County during the same quarter of the previous year.

LARA comprises several agencies, bureaus and commissions that influence business growth and job creation through regulation.

Types of Licenses Issued	Licenses Issued in Q4 2021	Licenses Issued in Q4 2020	% Change
Chair Lift	0	0	--
Rope Tow	1	0	Increase
Ski Area	0	0	--
Surface Lift	2	0	Increase

Due to data inconsistencies not all professional licenses for the area are listed.