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  • The Zoning Ordinance of Knox County, Tennessee As amended through

    Aug 28, 2023

    ·Knoxville, TN
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    The Zoning Ordinance of Knox County, Tennessee, as amended through August 28, 2023, is a comprehensive municipal code document that establishes zoning regulations for the county. The ordinance covers definitions, general provisions, zoning districts, setback requirements, parking regulations, and storage rules for vehicles in residential zones. The document is maintained by the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Department and serves as the legal framework governing land use and development throughout Knox County.

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  • Zoning Ordinance Revised 5/2/2022 - Jackson County, MS

    May 2, 2022

    ·Jackson, MS
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  • 10/3/2018 1 UNDERSTANDING THE TOWNSHIP BUDGET PROCESS BRYAN E. SMITH

    Oct 3, 2018

    ·Springfield, IL
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    On October 3, 2018, Bryan E. Smith, Executive Director of Township Officials of Illinois, presented an educational overview of the township budget process covering definitions, legal requirements, and procedures. The presentation explained that a budget/appropriation ordinance provides legal authority to spend money and establishes the township's financial plan, with budgets divided into separate funds based on property tax allocations for specific purposes. Key procedural requirements include preparing a tentative budget, making it available for public inspection at least 30 days before final action, publishing newspaper notice, conducting a public hearing, and filing the adopted budget with the county clerk within 30 days, with separate timelines for township and road district budgets.

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  • 3/22/2017 Lexington-Fayette County, KY Code of Ordinances

    Mar 22, 2017

    ·Lexington, KY
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    On March 22, 2017, Lexington-Fayette County, Kentucky adopted Chapter 26 of its Code of Ordinances establishing the Rural Land Management framework. The chapter defines key terms and establishes policies for agricultural preservation, including definitions for active farms, agricultural production, conservation easements, and development rights that restrict property division to 40-acre minimum tracts. The ordinance provides the regulatory foundation for the county's rural land conservation program, which allows landowners to sell conservation easements to preserve agricultural and natural lands.

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  • 6/11/2016 Lexington-Fayette County, KY Code of Ordinances

    Jun 11, 2016

    ·Lexington, KY
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    This document presents sections of the Lexington-Fayette County, Kentucky Code of Ordinances dated June 11, 2016, specifically addressing noise disturbance regulations in Chapter 14. The ordinance defines key terms including construction, demolition, dwelling units, motor vehicles, and noise disturbance (any sound that endangers safety, annoys a reasonable person, or damages property), and establishes a general prohibition against creating noise disturbances on public rights-of-way or public places, with an exemption for noncommercial public speaking and assembly activities. The document appears to be an excerpt from a larger ordinance framework, with the specific prohibitions section incomplete in the provided text.

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  • Akron Township Zoning Ordinance Adopted: May 17, 2016 Akron Township

    May 17, 2016

    ·Akron, OH
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    Akron Township in Tuscola County, Michigan adopted a comprehensive zoning ordinance on May 17, 2016, establishing land use regulations and districts for the township. The ordinance, administered by Zoning Administrator Christina Martens and overseen by the Planning Commission and Board of Trustees, includes detailed provisions covering general zoning principles, definitions, district regulations, and specific requirements for agricultural and other land use zones. The 135-page document outlines the official zoning map, use tables, dimensional standards, and regulatory frameworks to guide development and land use within the township.

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  • Official Zoning Map of the Township of Harris

    Harrisburg, PA
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    This is the Official Zoning Map of Harris Township in Centre County, Pennsylvania, adopted in 2016 as Ordinance 16-05, which supersedes the previous zoning map from 1978. The map designates various zoning districts including agricultural, residential (single, two, and multi-family), commercial, industrial, and cultural zones, along with overlay districts for ridge protection and corridor management. The map was prepared by the Centre Regional Planning Agency and identifies key municipal features, road networks, and the Regional Growth Boundary for the township.

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  • ZONING ORDINANCE DEARBORN COUNTY

    Dearborn, MI
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    The Dearborn County Zoning Ordinance was adopted through a multi-step process that began with a public hearing by the Board of Commissioners on February 22, 2000, followed by amendments on March 23, 2000, and final approval by the Plan Commission on April 24, 2000 and the Board of Commissioners on July 3, 2000. The document establishes the zoning framework for Dearborn County and lists the members of the Plan Commission, Board of Commissioners, Zoning Committee, and planning staff responsible for implementing and administering the ordinance.

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  • Part I: Administrative Legislation Chapter 1 GENERAL PROVISIONS 1:1

    Dallas, TX
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    The Township of Dallas, County of Luzerne, Pennsylvania adopted and enacted a comprehensive Code consisting of Chapters 1 through 95 and an Appendix pursuant to Section 1601(d) of the Second Class Township Code. The Code consolidates prior ordinances and resolutions into a single document designated as the "Code of the Township of Dallas," with provisions substantively identical to prior legislation continuing in full force and effect from their original adoption dates. All ordinances or parts thereof inconsistent with the Code are hereby repealed, except that any valid Township legislation not in conflict with the Code remains in effect. Ordinances adopted subsequent to April 6, 1999, and any rights or liabilities established under prior legislation are expressly saved from repeal.

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  • LUZERNE BOROUGH LUZERNE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA 2020 ZONING ORDINANCE

    Wilkes-Barre, PA
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    Luzerne Borough's 2020 Zoning Ordinance, prepared by professional planning consultant John R. Varaly, AICP, establishes comprehensive land-use regulations for the borough in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. The ordinance covers general provisions, definitions, and regulations across multiple articles including zoning districts, permitted uses, accessory structures, setback requirements, and special exceptions. Key topics addressed include manufactured homes, stormwater management, flood plain management, outdoor lighting, swimming pools, fences, and renewable energy systems such as solar and wind installations.

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  • City Clerk FAQ | City of Tampa

    Tampa, FL
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    The City of Tampa's Office of the City Clerk provides public access to official city documents and directs inquiries to appropriate agencies. City Council agendas, resolutions, and ordinances are available at the City Clerk's office located at 315 East Kennedy Boulevard, Tampa, Florida 33602 (phone: 813-274-8397), or online through the Agenda Documents Repository as of May 1, 2005. The City Clerk maintains public records with limited exemptions under Florida Statute 119, excluding home addresses and phone numbers of police, fire, and code enforcement officers; attorney-client transcripts; and certain election complaints. The office directs citizens to separate county and state agencies for marriage licenses, court records, property information, vital certificates, and other non-municipal matters, and handles code enforcement complaints via phone (813-274-5545) or the 24-hour Customer Service Center.

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  • CITY OF LEBANON ZONING ORDINANCE Lebanon County, Pennsylvania

    Lebanon, PA
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    The City of Lebanon adopted a comprehensive Zoning Ordinance on June 22, 2020, funded through a Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development Early Intervention Program Grant. The ordinance establishes zoning districts with specific allowed uses for residential and non-residential areas, dimensional requirements, design standards, historic building protections, floodplain regulations, parking standards, and sign regulations across 180 pages. The document serves as Part 13, Title One of the City of Lebanon's Codified Ordinances and was developed with assistance from Urban Research and Development Corporation.

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  • HAZLE TOWNSHIP LUZERNE COUNTY PENNSYLVANIA 2003 ZONING ORDINANCE

    Hazleton, PA
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    Hazle Township's 2003 Zoning Ordinance, as amended through October 2016, establishes comprehensive land use regulations for the township in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. The ordinance defines nine zoning districts (R-1 and R-2 residential, B-1 and B-2 commercial, I-1 and I-2 industrial, M-1 mining, C-1 conservation, and BP business park), along with a healthcare overlay district, and includes regulations for accessory structures, setbacks, special exceptions, and planned residential developments. The document serves as the primary tool for managing growth and development while addressing community development objectives through dimensional requirements, use restrictions, and procedural standards for development applications.

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  • Revised Ordinances of Honolulu (ROH)

    Honolulu, HI
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    The Revised Ordinances of Honolulu (ROH) is a compilation of all general and permanent laws enacted by the City and County of Honolulu, most recently recodified in 1990 and maintained by the City's Office of Council Services. The official version is published as a four-volume hardcopy set available at the Hawaii State Public Library, Hawaii Supreme Court Library, and Municipal Reference Center, with amendments incorporated through semi-annual loose-leaf supplements. An online version is accessible at www.honolulu.gov/ocs/roh and includes the full text, recently enacted ordinances, disposition tables, a subject index, and appendices, with email subscription available at roh.info@honolulu.gov. The hardcopy official version should be used for definitive legal references, as the online version is provided as a research convenience only and users are advised to confirm accuracy with the official print version.

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  • CODE OF ORDINANCES of the BOROUGH OF AMBLER Montgomery County, Pennsylvania

    Ambler, PA
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    The Code of Ordinances of the Borough of Ambler, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, was adopted by Borough Council on August 15, 2005, and published by General Code Publishers Corp. The document contains 27 chapters of current ordinances organized by subject matter, along with an appendix of temporary ordinances, a key to disposition of all ordinances ever enacted, and an alphabetical index. The Borough, originally settled in 1832 and incorporated in 1888, is governed by elected officials including Mayor Bud Wahl and a nine-member Council, with appointed officials including Borough Manager Rocco Wack and Solicitor Joseph Bresnan.

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  • land use ordinance

    Honolulu, HI
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    This is a table of contents and amendment history for the Honolulu City and County Land Use Ordinance (LUO), originally enacted in 1986 and revised as of February 6, 2024. The document lists over 70 amendments made between 1988 and 2007, covering topics including zoning regulations, parking standards, height restrictions, special districts (such as Waikiki and Chinatown), dwelling types (ohana dwellings, elderly housing), and sign regulations. The document serves as a comprehensive record of zoning and land use policy changes affecting the City and County of Honolulu.

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  • HAZLETON CITY LUZERNE COUNTY PENNSYLVANIA ZONING ORDINANCE

    Hazleton, PA
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    This is a 2020 Zoning Ordinance for Hazleton City in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, establishing comprehensive regulations for land use and development. The document outlines zoning district classifications, permitted uses, dimensional requirements, and supplemental regulations covering agricultural, animal-related, and commercial uses, among other categories. The ordinance serves as the foundational framework governing how property can be developed and used throughout the city, with chapters addressing preliminary provisions, construction rules, district boundaries, general regulations, and overlay districts for downtown, energy, and historical preservation areas.

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  • Clerk – Lansing, Township (Ingham, MI)

    Lansing, MI
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    This document describes the Lansing Township Clerk's Office in Ingham County, Michigan, and its functions. The Clerk, Cortney Lightheart, and Deputy Clerk Charlotte Robinson maintain official Township records including ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and correspondence, and prepare Board of Trustees meeting minutes. The office administers all Township elections, including voter registration, absentee ballot issuance, and maintenance of the Michigan Qualified Voter File. The Township is hiring approximately 50 Election Inspectors for the May, August, and November 2026 elections at compensation of $220 for full-day shifts and $110 for half-day shifts, plus $65 for required three-hour training. The Clerk's Office is located at 3209 W. Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI 48917, and operates Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.

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  • Schuylkill County Zoning Ordinance - IIS Windows Server

    Pottsville, PA
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    Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania adopted Zoning Ordinance Number 2010-1 on December 22, 2010, which was prepared by a Zoning Ordinance Committee, the County Planning Commission, and planning staff, with partial funding from a Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development Land Use Technical Assistance Program Grant. The ordinance establishes comprehensive zoning regulations covering administration, permits, enforcement, variances, appeals, and special exception use processes across the county's 160-page document.

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  • HAZLE TOWNSHIP LUZERNE COUNTY, PA SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE

    Hazleton, PA
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    This is the title page and table of contents for Hazle Township's Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance, adopted February 8, 2010 and revised June 13, 2011. The ordinance, prepared by Schumacher Engineering, Inc., establishes comprehensive procedural requirements and standards governing land subdivision and development projects within the township, covering general provisions, definitions, procedural review processes, preliminary and final plan requirements, and related regulatory matters across multiple articles and sections.

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  • Resources Available at the Records Center | Charleston, SC - Official Website

    Charleston, SC
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    The City of Charleston Records Center, located at 2 George Street, maintains historical and contemporary records created by city departments and divisions. The center houses council records including Board and Committee Minutes from 1790 to 2015, City Council Journals from 1865 to 2002, Mayoral Records from 1879 to present, and Ordinances and Resolutions from 1800 to 2023. Notable departmental collections include Fire Department Records (1848–1979), Engineering Division Records (1867–1979), Business License Registers (1872–2015), and Zoning Board of Adjustment Files (circa 1984–1999). In 2002, the city transferred some older collections to the Charleston County Public Library to improve public access. Researchers may schedule appointments to view records, though some requests require Freedom of Information Act submission.

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  • Northampton County, PA

    Easton, PA
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    Northampton County Council scheduled its 2026 meeting calendar with regular meetings on the first and third Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in room #3116 at 669 Washington Street, Easton, Pennsylvania, with an organizational meeting on January 5, 2026, and several rescheduled dates due to holiday conflicts. The county will hold a public hearing on April 16, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. regarding the proposed 1921 at Dixie Avenue Tax Increment Financing District, a 12.58-acre project comprising two parcels (9.81 acres and 2.77 acres) containing the former Dixie Cup Factory site and adjacent parking area in Wilson Borough, with a possible vote on the ordinance scheduled for May 7, 2026. The Northampton County Industrial Development Authority will implement the Tax Increment Financing Plan and proposes to issue bonds or notes to finance project costs.

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  • Dell DeHay Law Library – Tarrant County Page 1 of 2

    Fort Worth, TX
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    The Dell DeHay Law Library has compiled a research guide providing links to the code of ordinances for all 41 incorporated cities and towns within Tarrant County, Texas. The guide directs users to each municipality's ordinance resources hosted on various platforms including MuniCode, eCode360, and individual city websites. The document explicitly disclaims that it is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice or a substitute for consultation with an attorney.

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  • Zoning Ordinance

    Fresno, CA
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    The Fresno County Zoning Ordinance, finalized in February 2024, is a 566-page comprehensive land use regulation document establishing zones, permitted uses, and development standards across seven articles. The ordinance defines six zone categories—Agricultural, Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Special Purpose, and Overlay/Combining Zones—with specific allowable uses and standards for each. Development standards address performance requirements, property development, affordable housing incentives with density bonuses, landscaping, parking, and signage, while procedural chapters cover conditional use permits, site plan review, variances, and appeals. The document includes administrative provisions for permit implementation, nonconforming uses, amendments, public hearings, enforcement, and a comprehensive definitions section.

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  • Government Records | Archival Collections | San Jose Public Library

    San Jose, CA
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    The San Jose Public Library's California Room maintains archival collections of government records, including San José building permits from 1895-1986 (with later permits available online), Caltrans Right of Way Assessments for Santa Clara County from 1938-1979, and San José City Council Minutes and Ordinance Records primarily from 1850-1950. These materials are available in various formats including print, microfilm, digitized images, and online, with researchers directed to contact California Room staff for access to specific collections and usage information.

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  • I HAZLE TOWNSHIP LUZERNE COUNTY PENNSYLVANIA 2003 ZONING ORDINANCE 2003-1-6-1

    Hazleton, PA
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    This is the table of contents and initial pages of Hazle Township's 2003 Zoning Ordinance (as amended and adopted August 13, 2018) in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. The ordinance establishes comprehensive zoning regulations covering general provisions, definitions, general regulations for structures and land use, zoning district classifications (including residential, commercial, industrial, conservation, and overlay districts), special exceptions procedures, planned residential development standards, and supplemental use regulations. The document serves as the township's primary land use control instrument, organizing zoning requirements across multiple articles addressing topics such as setbacks, accessory structures, height limitations, and district-specific development standards.

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  • Freedom of Information | Wichita County, KS

    Wichita, KS
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    This document describes Wichita County, Kansas's Freedom of Information procedures and policies. Members of the public may request records by submitting a written request form to the County Clerk/Freedom of Information Officer, Lynda Goodrich, at 206 S 4th St. Leoti, KS 67861, with requests processed within three business days. Requestable records include ordinances, resolutions, meeting minutes, public official salaries, and budgets, though closed records include personnel files, medical records, attorney-client privileged information, and criminal investigation records. The county may charge fees for staff time and copying costs under the Kansas Open Records Act.

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  • BOISE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATES - Ada County

    Boise, ID
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    This document is a compilation of Ada County and Boise City ordinances and resolutions related to Boise Comprehensive Plan updates spanning from 1984 to 2006, listing over 25 legislative actions. The document includes Boise Ordinance 5685 (1995), which amended the city's impact fee ordinance to clarify procedures for refunds and appeals, define "multi-family" housing, add Park Planning Subarea #6, and remove certain park categories from impact fee calculations. The 310-page document serves as a record of incremental legislative changes made to the comprehensive plan and related municipal codes over a 22-year period.

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  • City of Bethlehem Zoning Ordinance CITY OF BETHLEHEM ZONING ORDINANCE

    Bethlehem, PA
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    This is the City of Bethlehem Zoning Ordinance, Part 13 of the city's codified ordinances covering Lehigh and Northampton Counties, Pennsylvania, last revised August 17, 2022 with an effective date of June 15, 2012. The ordinance establishes zoning classifications and regulations across 22 articles covering district types (residential, non-residential, overlay, and mixed-use), allowed uses, dimensional requirements, parking, signs, historic resources, and special provisions including workforce housing incentives and steep slope protections. Specific district designations include residential zones (RR, RR-T, RR-F), commercial zones (CL, CB, RT), institutional overlay (I-O), industrial overlay (IN-O), and mixed-use districts (CMU, OMU), each with tailored requirements and design guidelines.

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  • To the purchaser:

    Lincoln, NE
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    The Lincoln City Zoning Book (Title 27 Lincoln Municipal Code) is updated bi-yearly with supplements incorporating new ordinances approved by the City Council, available for a fee. Ordinance No. 17699, introduced on 7-10-00, amended Chapter 27.58 by renaming the "Airport Environs District" to "Airport Environs Noise District" throughout Sections 27.58.010, 27.58.020, 27.58.030, 27.58.040, 27.58.050, 27.58.060, 27.58.070, 27.58.080, and 27.58.100, and updated related references from Comprehensive Plan Figure 21 to the Airport Environs Noise District Map. The document includes a mailing list sign-up form to notify purchasers when zoning supplements become available through the Lincoln City/Lancaster County Planning Department.

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