"land zoning" — Search — Town Crier

Request a township

All types agenda minutes proposal budget other

All time 30 days 90 days 1 year

30 results for “land zoning” · other

Lansingtwpmi
Nov 26, 2024
·Lansing, MI
Other
The Charter Township of Lansing adopted a 2025 Master Plan document that outlines community development goals and recommendations. The plan was developed through a comprehensive process including review of existing plans, public input from community members, and SWOT analysis, with input from township leadership, planning commission, and staff. The document includes sections on the planning process, community profile with demographic and housing data, and public facilities assessment.
AI summary
master plan community development land use planning public facilities zoning
View PDF

The Zoning Ordinance of Knox County, Tennessee As amended through

Aug 28, 2023

·Knoxville, TN

Other

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.

AI summary

View PDF Source

City of Stamford Zoning Regulations April 1, 2022

Apr 1, 2022

Other

The City of Stamford Zoning Regulations document dated April 1, 2022 presents a reorganization and restructuring of the city's zoning code, mapping previous sections into a new framework while maintaining substantive zoning requirements. The reorganization consolidates related provisions into broader categories, including General Provisions (Section 1), Permits and Administration (Section 2), and Definitions and Standards (Section 3), with corresponding updates to enforcement, appeals, and amendment procedures. The document serves as the authoritative reference for zoning districts, permit requirements, compliance standards, and administrative procedures governing land use and development in Stamford.

AI summary

zoning zoning code land use permits and administration development regulations

View PDF Source

The Zoning Ordinance Of The City of Knoxville, Tennessee

Jan 25, 2022

·Knoxville, TN

Other

The Zoning Ordinance of the City of Knoxville, Tennessee document, amended through January 25, 2022, establishes the comprehensive zoning regulations for the city. The ordinance contains articles covering the title and authority, general definitions and measurement methodologies, zoning districts and maps, and residential neighborhood districts, among other regulatory sections. This 429-page document serves as the foundational legal framework governing land use, zoning classifications, and development standards within Knoxville's municipal jurisdiction.

AI summary

View PDF Source

$50.00 ZONING REGULATIONS CITY OF STAMFORD CONNECTICUT

Aug 31, 2021

Other

This document is the Zoning Regulations for the City of Stamford, Connecticut, originally adopted on November 30, 1951, with amendments updated through August 31, 2021. It establishes the framework for land use planning in Stamford, including zoning districts, permitted uses, design standards, and area regulations, and is administered by the Zoning Board (chaired by David Stein) and the Zoning Board of Appeals (chaired by Joseph R. Pigott) under the oversight of Mayor David Martin. The regulations cover topics ranging from district classifications and use permissions to parking requirements, flood management, historic preservation, and publicly accessible amenity space standards.

AI summary

zoning land use planning historic preservation

View PDF Source

Columbia, South Carolina August 20, 2019

Aug 20, 2019

Other

This document outlines Article 4 of Columbia, South Carolina's Zoning Ordinance and Land Development Regulations, effective August 20, 2019, establishing the organization and framework for land use regulations. The article is divided into three main sections covering principal uses (allowed land uses by zoning district), accessory uses and structures, and temporary uses and structures, each with corresponding permit requirements and applicable standards. The principal use table systematically classifies allowable uses into broad classifications (residential, commercial, industrial, etc.), use categories, and specific use types to provide a structured basis for identifying permitted uses within each zoning district.

AI summary

View PDF Source

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

Mar 22, 2017

·Lexington, KY

Other

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.

AI summary

rural land management agricultural preservation conservation easements land zoning

View PDF Source

Town of Bristol Zoning Regulations Adopted by Town Vote March 7, 2017

Mar 7, 2017

Other

On March 7, 2017, the Town of Bristol adopted comprehensive zoning regulations through a town vote. The regulations establish multiple zoning districts including Village Business, Residential Office Commercial, Village Mixed, Recreational, Commercial, High Density Residential, Village Residential, and Rural Agricultural zones, with standards and requirements for each district. The new regulations repeal former zoning bylaws and include provisions for interpretation, amendments, and enforcement across the town's designated zoning map.

AI summary

zoning zoning districts land use regulations

View PDF Source

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

May 17, 2016

Other

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.

AI summary

zoning land use agricultural regulations

View PDF Source

EAST BETHLEHEM TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE ADOPTED MARCH 9, 2016

Mar 9, 2016

·Bethlehem, PA

Other

East Bethlehem Township adopted a comprehensive Zoning Ordinance on March 9, 2016, governing land use regulation across all portions of the township under authority granted by the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (Act of 1968, P.L. 805, No. 247). The ordinance regulates structure location, height, bulk, construction, lot occupancy percentages, yard and open space dimensions, population density, and land use intensity for purposes including residence, trade, industry, recreation, agriculture, water supply, and conservation. The ordinance is structured in eight chapters covering general provisions, definitions, zoning districts, general and supplemental regulations, signage, nonconformities, and administration. It is enacted to promote health, safety, general welfare, coordinated community development, emergency preparedness, adequate utilities and transportation, and preservation of natural, scenic, historic, forest, wetland, aquifer, and floodplain resources, while preventing overcrowding, blight, and congestion.

AI summary

View PDF Source

YORK TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE Ordinance 2012-13 Adopted 9/11/2012

Sep 11, 2012

Other

York Township adopted Zoning Ordinance 2012-13 on September 11, 2012, establishing comprehensive zoning regulations for land use and development within the township. The ordinance has been amended four times through 2023 and references multiple related documents including subdivision regulations, stormwater management, floodplain management, and comprehensive planning guides. The ordinance consists of 193 pages and covers jurisdictional authority, community development objectives, and zoning provisions governed by Pennsylvania's Municipalities Planning Code.

AI summary

zoning land use stormwater management floodplain management comprehensive planning

View PDF Source

Zoning Ordinance City of Charleston, West Virginia

May 18, 2002

·Charleston, WV

Other

This is the zoning ordinance for Charleston, West Virginia, originally approved by City Council on November 21, 2005, and amended through March 5, 2018 (Text Amendment No. 33). The document establishes zoning districts and regulations for the city, including residential zones (R-2 through R-10), mixed-use and residential-office districts, and commercial zones (C-4 through C-12, plus a Central Business District). Each district section specifies permitted uses, lot provisions, setbacks, building heights, and performance standards to guide land development and use in Charleston.

AI summary

zoning land development residential zoning commercial zoning building regulations

View PDF Source

BRISTOL TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE First Approved and Adopted November 8, 1955

Nov 8, 1955

Other

The Bristol Township Zoning Ordinance, first adopted on November 8, 1955, and last revised on April 14, 2022, establishes zoning regulations for the unincorporated area of Bristol Township to promote public health, safety, and general welfare by regulating building location, size, height, land use, lot dimensions, and yard requirements. The ordinance divides the township into multiple zones and districts (including residential, business, industrial, apartment, planned residential community, and mobile home park categories) and provides methods for administration and enforcement through a zoning inspector, zoning commission, and board of appeals. The comprehensive document includes 42 sections covering topics such as prohibited uses, setback requirements, parking facilities, sign regulations, wind turbine standards, and telecommunication tower facilities, with appendices detailing zoning rates, variances, district use tables, and development standards.

AI summary

zoning land use building regulations

View PDF Source

Official Zoning Map of the Township of Harris

Other

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.

AI summary

zoning land use agricultural district residential district commercial district

View PDF Source

ZONING ORDINANCE DEARBORN COUNTY

Other

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.

AI summary

zoning land use ordinance

View PDF Source

LUZERNE BOROUGH LUZERNE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA 2020 ZONING ORDINANCE

Wilkes-Barre, PA

Other

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.

AI summary

zoning land use stormwater management flood plain management renewable energy

View PDF Source

LEGEND Zoning Districts C/R - Commercial/Residential District

Other

This document is a zoning legend and map for the City of Pottsville, Pennsylvania, prepared by Alfred Benesch & Company in February 2020. It identifies nine zoning district categories including Commercial/Residential (C/R), Neighborhood Commercial (C-1), Community Commercial (C-2), Central Business (C-3), Heavy Commercial (C-4), Light Manufacturing (M-1), Heavy Manufacturing (M-2), Single Family Residential (R-1 and R-1A), Two Family Residential (R-2), and Special Purpose (S-1) districts. The map displays the geographic distribution of these zoning designations across Pottsville and surrounding areas including Norwegian Township, Branch Township, North Manheim Township, and the boroughs of Palo Alto and Mechanicsville.

AI summary

zoning land use zoning districts

View PDF Source

CITY OF LEBANON ZONING ORDINANCE Lebanon County, Pennsylvania

Other

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.

AI summary

zoning land use historic preservation floodplain management design standards

View PDF Source

No-Zoning-Letter-and-Boundary-Map-2025.pdf

Other

The City of Houston issued an official zoning letter effective January 1, 2025, clarifying that Houston does not have a city-wide comprehensive zoning ordinance but does maintain land use regulations for specific areas including airport environs (George H. Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston Hobby Airport, and Ellington Airport) and Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 (St. George Place). The letter directs property owners to the City of Houston Code of Ordinances, Chapter 9, Articles VI and VII, and provides references to airport-specific regulations and TIRZ #1 zoning regulations available online.

AI summary

zoning land use regulations airport regulations tax increment reinvestment zone

View PDF Source

Tallahassee-Leon County Comprehensive Plan

Tallahassee, FL

Other

The Tallahassee-Leon County Comprehensive Plan, adopted July 16, 1990, with a planning horizon through 2030, serves as the long-range land use and development guide for the jurisdiction. The plan is a dynamic document amended annually, with this version containing amendments effective through November 22, 2025. The plan is organized into major sections including Land Use and Mobility, with specific goals and objectives addressing regional planning priorities such as the Southeast Sector Plan and Southside Action Plan (effective August 5, 2023). The Planning Department, located at Frenchtown Renaissance Center, 435 N. Macomb Street, Tallahassee FL 32301, manages the comprehensive plan and amendment process.

AI summary

land use planning comprehensive plan regional development zoning mobility planning

View PDF Source

HAZLE TOWNSHIP LUZERNE COUNTY PENNSYLVANIA 2003 ZONING ORDINANCE

Other

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.

AI summary

zoning land use residential districts commercial industrial development regulations

View PDF Source

Baltimore County, Maryland Public Records Lookup | BaltimoreRecords.us

Other

Baltimore County maintains public records pursuant to Maryland's Public Information Act § 4-101, which establishes presumptive public access to government documents created or received by county agencies. The county's records span ten categories: court records (civil, criminal, traffic, and family cases from the Circuit Court), property records (deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, and tax assessments), vital records (birth certificates from 1939-present, death certificates, marriage licenses, and divorce decrees), business records (licenses, permits, and fictitious business registrations), tax records, voting records from the Board of Elections, government proceedings (Council meeting minutes, agendas, and video recordings), financial documents (budgets, expenditure reports, and statements), law enforcement records (with restrictions), and land use records (zoning maps, building permits, and development plans). The Baltimore County Circuit Court Clerk's Office maintains court and land records, while the State Department of Assessments and Taxation and Maryland Department of Health Division of Vital Records hold respective property and vital records. Baltimore County complies with Maryland's Open Meetings Act and operates a public information portal and dedicated request process to provide digital access to commonly requested documents.

AI summary

public records property records vital records zoning budget

land use ordinance

Other

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.

AI summary

zoning land use regulations development standards parking restrictions sign regulations

View PDF Source

DOWNTOWN URBAN REVITALIZATION PLAN Worcester, ...

Other

The Worcester Downtown Urban Revitalization Plan, submitted to the Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development in April 2016, outlines a comprehensive strategy for revitalizing Worcester's downtown area in collaboration with the Worcester Redevelopment Authority and multiple consulting firms. The plan includes project vision, goals and objectives, descriptions of the urban revitalization area, and detailed figures addressing land use, zoning, property boundaries, and proposed clearance and rehabilitation areas. The document is formatted as a 143-page submission incorporating the Commonwealth's Sustainable Development Principles and includes sections on project needs and characteristics.

AI summary

View PDF Source

HAZLETON CITY LUZERNE COUNTY PENNSYLVANIA ZONING ORDINANCE

Other

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.

AI summary

zoning land use development regulations historical preservation downtown overlay

View PDF Source

Frequently Asked Questions - CivicPlus.CMS.FAQ

Other

This FAQ document from the Town of Webster provides guidance on how residents can access municipal information and navigate planning and zoning processes. It outlines multiple channels for assistance, including the town website and mobile app, bi-weekly pre-application development team meetings, direct contact with departments via phone or email, and in-person visits to municipal offices. The document explains that building permits and land use permits are determined by the Zoning By-law, with the Building Commissioner serving as the Zoning Enforcement Officer to help clarify permit requirements.

AI summary

zoning building permits land use permits municipal information planning process

DRAFT - Zoning Code of the City of Evanston, Illinois

Other

This is a draft zoning code for the City of Evanston, Illinois (dated November 26, 2024) that establishes definitions for zoning terminology to be used throughout the ordinance. The document defines key land use and structural concepts including accessory uses, adaptive reuse, abutting and adjacent properties, alcohol production facilities, animal medical offices, artisan manufacturing, and automobile sales, among others. No budget figures, policy decisions, or meeting context are included in this definitional chapter excerpt.

AI summary

zoning land use zoning code definitions ordnance

View PDF Source

Charlestonwv

Other

This document is the City of Charleston Planning Department's 2022 schedule of public meetings, revised December 6, 2021. It provides the application deadlines, hearing dates, and meeting dates for various boards and commissions, including the Board of Zoning Appeals, Municipal Planning Commission, City Council, Landmarks Commission, and the Charleston Land Reuse Authority (CLRA), with asterisks indicating dates adjusted for city holidays. The schedule covers the full calendar year 2022 and includes a June 8 election date for Municipal Planning Commission meetings.

AI summary

View PDF Source

Dallas County, Texas Public Records Lookup | DallasRecords ...

Other

Dallas County operates as an open records jurisdiction under the Texas Public Information Act (Texas Government Code § 552), which establishes a presumption that government records are publicly accessible unless specifically exempted by law. The county maintains public records across multiple categories including court records (civil, criminal, probate, and family cases), property records, vital records, business licenses, tax records, voting and election records, meeting minutes and agendas, budget and financial documents, law enforcement records, and land use and zoning records. These records are custodied by specific county departments, with the Dallas County Clerk's Office serving as the primary custodian for many record types. Dallas County has implemented an Open Records Request portal to facilitate public access in compliance with state transparency requirements.

AI summary

Phoenix Zoning Ordinance (complete, 10/17)

Other

The Phoenix Zoning Ordinance Chapter 6, Supplement No. 35, establishes zoning district classifications for the City of Phoenix, including residential, commercial, industrial, and mixed-use categories. Residential districts range from suburban ranch/farm (S-1, S-2) through single-family estates (RE-43, RE-24, RE-35, R1-14 through R1-6) to multifamily residence districts (R-2 through R-5, R-4A, R-I). Commercial districts include restricted office (R-O, C-O), intermediate (C-2), general (C-3), and special commercial (B3), plus Commerce Park and parking districts (P-1, P-2). The ordinance also defines industrial districts (A-1 light, A-2), specialized zones (Resort RH, High-Rise H-R and H-R1, Mid-Rise, Urban Residential UR, Golf Course GC, and Airport Noise Impact Overlay), and planned development frameworks (Planned Area Development, Planned Community, Planned Shopping Center, Regional Shopping Center). The document reflects a March 23, 2011 amendment consolidating the Planning Department with the Development Services Department, effective April 22, 2011.

AI summary

zoning land use districts commercial zones residential zoning industrial districts

View PDF Source