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  • Lansingtwpmi

    Nov 26, 2024

    ·Lansing, MI
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    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.

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

    Mar 7, 2017

    ·Bristol, PA
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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.

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  • Volume 43 Number 40 Saturday, October 5, 2013 • Harrisburg, PA Pages 5787—5978

    Oct 5, 2013

    ·Harrisburg, PA
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    This document is the Pennsylvania Bulletin for October 5, 2013, a weekly official publication containing notices, rules, and regulatory actions from Commonwealth agencies. The issue includes content from various state departments and agencies such as the Courts, Department of Environmental Protection, Department of Health, Public Utility Commission, and others, spanning pages 5787-5978 with a detailed subject index for January-September 2013. The bulletin is published by Fry Communications under the direction of the Pennsylvania Legislative Reference Bureau with an annual subscription rate of $82.00.

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

    Sep 11, 2012

    ·York, PA
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    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.

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

    Nov 8, 1955

    ·Bristol, PA
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    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.

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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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 2024 Springfield Township Master Plan

    Springfield, IL
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    The Springfield Township Master Plan, adopted on January 23, 2024, is a comprehensive planning document prepared by the Planning Commission that outlines the township's vision and strategy across multiple areas including natural resources, infrastructure, economic development, housing, transportation, and senior services. The plan was developed with input from the Township Board and planning consultants, and includes a future land use map, zoning plan, action strategies, and community engagement findings. The 214-page document serves as a guide for implementing the township's long-term goals and development priorities.

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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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  • Act 47 Plan

    Hazleton, PA
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    The City of Hazleton filed for financial distress designation under Pennsylvania's Act 47 (Municipalities Financial Recovery Act) in August 2017, alleging deficits exceeding 1% annually over three years and expenditures that have exceeded revenues for three or more years. The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development's investigation confirmed the City met both criteria for distress, and the Pennsylvania Economy League prepared this comprehensive financial recovery plan filed May 4, 2018 (revised June 1, 2018). The plan examines the City's historical financial performance and addresses departmental operations, workforce issues, pensions, and recovery initiatives across administration, police, fire, public works, and economic development functions.

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  • COMPREHENSIVE PLAN

    Norristown, PA
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    The East Norriton Township Comprehensive Plan, adopted by the Board of Supervisors on February 26, 2019 and prepared by T&M Associates, serves as a long-range planning document for the township. The plan includes a community profile section covering demographics, housing stock, employment characteristics, land use patterns, and regional context, and was developed through a collaborative process involving the Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission, and a dedicated Comprehensive Plan Committee. The document establishes goals and objectives to guide future development and decision-making for the township.

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  • City of Columbus 2023 ANNUAL REPORT Andrea Blevins, City Clerk Columbus, Ohio 1

    Columbus, OH
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    The City of Columbus 2023 Annual Report is a comprehensive document covering departmental activities and accomplishments across all city agencies for the year 2023, with Andrea Blevins serving as City Clerk. The report includes sections on 21 different city departments and offices, ranging from the City Attorney and Finance to Public Health, Recreation and Parks, and Education. Key highlights include the City Attorney's Office handling over 10,000 criminal prosecutions, launching a diversion program that helped 63 offenders, shutting down 17 problem properties, and increasing enforcement against domestic violence, drunk driving, and street racing.

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  • Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code Act of 1968, P.L.805, No.247

    Harrisburg, PA
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    This document is the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code Act of 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), published in its Seventeenth Edition by the Department of Community and Economic Development in January 2003. The code establishes the legal framework for local land use planning in Pennsylvania municipalities, covering planning agencies, comprehensive planning, zoning, subdivision and land development, official maps, and capital improvements. This is a reference document providing municipalities with statutory guidance on planning procedures and requirements, rather than a record of a specific meeting or decision.

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  • Tallahassee-Leon County Comprehensive Plan

    Tallahassee, FL
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    The Tallahassee-Leon County Comprehensive Plan, originally adopted on July 16, 1990, provides long-range guidance for development through 2030 and is updated annually through amendments, with the most recent amendments effective through November 22, 2025. The document covers multiple planning areas including land use and mobility, organized into goals and objectives that have been revised and deleted at various dates since adoption. For information about amendments or the planning process, the Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Department can be contacted at 850-891-6400 or through their website at talgov.com/place/planning.aspx.

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  • The HSPS Regional Comprehensive Plan

    Stroudsburg, PA
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    The HSPS Regional Comprehensive Plan 2022 is a multi-municipal land use policy adopted by Hamilton Township (August 23, 2022), Stroud Township (September 6, 2022), Pocono Township (August 15, 2022), and Stroudsburg Borough (August 2, 2022) to update their regional development framework originally established in 2005. The plan was funded by grants from the State Department of Community and Economic Development and the Monroe County Board of Commissioners, and covers analysis and recommendations across land use, economy, housing, transportation, infrastructure, and open space with a 10-year planning horizon. It serves as a policy guide for municipal decision-making, establishing desired land use patterns and recommending tools such as zoning regulations, capital improvements, and adjustments to municipal services.

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  • Pottstown Metropolitan Region Comprehensive Plan ● 2015 Update

    Pottstown, PA
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    The Pottstown Metropolitan Region Comprehensive Plan 2015 Update is a regional planning document prepared by the Montgomery County Planning Commission covering eight municipalities across Montgomery and Chester counties, including Pottstown Borough and surrounding townships. The plan establishes regional goals and objectives across economic development, housing, parks and recreation, open space, natural resources protection, agriculture, transportation, and community facilities, while documenting the region's socio-economic conditions, natural and historic resources, and existing land use patterns. The document was finalized in April 2015 and was developed by a regional planning committee with representatives from each participating municipality.

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  • Five-Year Consolidation Plan | 2020-2024

    Scranton, PA
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    The City of Scranton, Pennsylvania prepared a Five-Year Consolidated Plan (FY 2020-2024) as an HUD entitlement community to implement federal housing and community development programs, including Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnership (HOME), and Emergency Solution Grant (ESG) funding. The plan was amended on November 12, 2020, to incorporate additional CARES Act funds and was developed through collaborative planning with community stakeholders to establish goals for decent housing development, suitable living environments, and economic opportunities benefiting low- and moderate-income residents. The document includes demographic maps and analysis of the city's population characteristics, housing patterns, and income distribution by block group.

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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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  • PENN TOWNSHIP CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA 2006 ZONING ORDINANCE REVISED

    Pottsville, PA
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    Penn Township, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania adopted a revised zoning ordinance in 2006, with further revisions in 2008 and 2010, prepared by FPE Consulting Engineers. The ordinance establishes five primary zoning districts—Conservation (C), Agricultural (A), Residential (R), Commercial-Industrial (CI), and Quarry (Q)—along with a Floodplain District (FP), each with specified permitted uses, conditional uses, and dimensional requirements. The document outlines general provisions, community development objectives, definitions, and detailed regulations governing land use, including standards for accessory buildings, alternative energy sources, buffering, and landscaping across the township.

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  • PROVIDENCE TOWNSHIP ZONING RESOLUTION - Ohio.gov

    Toledo, OH
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    Providence Township's 2021 Zoning Resolution, originally adopted in 1989 with multiple amendments through 2011, establishes zoning regulations for Lucas County, Ohio, administered by the Board of Trustees, Zoning Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals. The resolution defines zoning districts (agricultural/residential, commercial, and industrial), use regulations, parking requirements, special uses, and supplementary provisions governing land use and development within the township.

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  • Greenville Borough & Hem Greenville Borough & Hem Greenville Borough & Hem

    Greenville, SC
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    This document is the cover and introductory pages of the 2004 Joint Comprehensive Plan for Greenville Borough and Hempfield Township, with the tagline "Building on the past and planning together for the future." The plan was prepared by Mackin Engineering Company and Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson, with funding support from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development's Land Use Planning and Technical Assistance Program (LUPTAP) grant. The plan was developed collaboratively with input from representatives of both municipalities' councils, planning commissions, county planning agencies, school boards, economic development organizations, hospitals, and community groups.

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  • RICHFIELD TOWNSHIP ZONING RESOLUTION - Ohio.gov

    Toledo, OH
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    Richfield Township in Lucas County, Ohio adopted this comprehensive zoning resolution on May 7, 1961, with the 2021 version reflecting numerous text amendments through May 2019. The document establishes zoning districts (agricultural, commercial, and industrial), defines permitted and conditional uses, sets dimensional requirements for buildings and dwellings, and regulates off-street parking, accessory structures, and supplementary uses such as home occupations and manufactured homes. The resolution is administered by a Board of Trustees, Zoning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Zoning Inspector, with support from the Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commission.

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  • Chapter 36 ZONING1 ARTICLE I. ADMINISTRATION AND ...

    Dearborn, MI
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    This is Chapter 36 of the Dearborn Heights, Michigan Code of Ordinances establishing the city's zoning regulations. The chapter, adopted in 2007 and updated through Supplement 43, outlines the city's zoning framework based on Michigan Public Act 110 of 2006, with stated purposes including orderly development, adequate sites for industry and commerce, protection against incompatible land uses, and promotion of public health, safety, and general welfare. The document provides the preamble and administrative foundations for zoning enforcement but does not contain specific budget figures or substantive policy decisions.

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  • 2014 Zoning Ordinance Providence Township Lancaster County, PA

    Providence, RI
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    This document is Providence Township Lancaster County, Pennsylvania's 2oning Ordinance (Ordinance No. 14-08), originally adopted in December 2014 and subsequently amended in September 2017 and June 2019. The ordinance establishes zoning regulations for the township and includes contact information for township officials, departments, and advisory bodies such as the Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission, and Zoning Hearing Board. The document was prepared by Solanco Engineering Associates LLC and land use planning consultant Dennis J. Gehringer.

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  • waterville township zoning resolution - Ohio.gov

    Toledo, OH
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    Waterville Township in Lucas County, Ohio adopted this comprehensive zoning resolution, originally established November 5, 1957, with the 2016 revision reflecting ongoing updates through January 2016. The document establishes zoning districts (agricultural, residential, commercial, and industrial), defines permitted uses and restrictions, sets dimensional requirements for buildings and dwellings, and outlines overlay districts including flood plain and scenic corridor designations. The resolution has been amended 29 times since its original adoption, managed by appointed boards including the Board of Trustees, Zoning Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals.

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  • ZONING ORDINANCE DES MOINES COUNTY, IOWA

    Des Moines, IA
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    Des Moines County, Iowa's Zoning Ordinance No. 34 governs land use in the unincorporated area within two miles of Burlington's corporate limits. Originally adopted in 1998, the ordinance was comprehensively revised on February 22, 2022, and most recently amended on July 30, 2024. The document establishes zoning districts, definitions, regulations for permitted uses (including agricultural, conservation, and accessory uses), and building standards, with the "A-1" Agricultural District among the primary zoning classifications.

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  • The Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code requires:

    Scranton, PA
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    The Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (Act 247 of 1968, as amended through the 23rd edition in January 2017) is a comprehensive statutory framework governing local land use planning and regulation in Pennsylvania. The document provides detailed guidance across twelve articles covering general provisions, planning agencies, comprehensive plans, official maps, subdivision and land development, zoning, hearing boards, and related topics. The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development publishes this code along with supplementary planning series publications to assist municipalities in implementing land use controls and addressing planning matters such as affordable housing, floodplain management, and zoning procedures.

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