Planning Commission

The number of applications was fewer than previous years. This allowed the Planning Commission to complete other administrative items. In addition to various study session items, the Planning Commission gave final approvals to the following applications:

Number of Meetings:

The Planning Commission held ten regular meetings during the year.

Ordinance Update:

All of the previous Zoning Ordinance updates were codified and printed as a single document. The Planning Commission made a number of revisions to development related ordinances in an effort to refine and keep all ordinances current. Revisions were drafted to the following ordinances:

• Zoning Ordinance Article 3 Single Family Residential District – Open Space Development Regulations
• Zoning Ordinance Article 7 Macomb Street District – Boarding Homes Regulations
• The Subdivision Control Ordinance
• The Condominium Projects Ordinance
• The Roads and Driveways Ordinance

Master Plan:

The Planning Commission has begun work on a comprehensive update to the Township Master Plan. The Master Plan will combine all individual components of the Township together into a holistic vision for the future. The Plan will emphasize the integration between the various community planning and design topics covered, including: residential neighborhoods, natural features, Macomb Street, the airport and industrial park, economic development, recreation, public facilities, infrastructure, transportation and overall community character. Completion of the Master Plan on schedule will be a top priority for the Planning Commission during 2002.

The Township Build-out Analysis was finalized and adopted by the Planning Commission in early 2001.

Training:

The Planning Commission hosted a planning and zoning training seminar that covered basics on master plans, zoning ordinances, development reviews, variances and tips for conducting public hearings. Members of the Planning Commission, Township Board and Zoning Board of Appeals were in attendance for this session.

New Members:

During 2001, the Planning Commission welcomed Jay Frucci, Michael Martin, and Eric Ranka as new members.

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