Planning

City Planning Department


Department Mission: To understand the values and goals of the community, to facilitate progress towards a shared vision of the City’s future, and to ensure the protection and balance of property rights and quality of life. Property owners interested in subdividing or developing their land are encouraged to consult with the Planning Department before moving forward.

Department Tasks: The Department serves as staff to the City Plan Commission. The Plan Commission is responsible for preparing important documents such as the Comprehensive Plan, and the annual Capital Budget. The City Plan Commission is also authorized to approve subdivisions of land, planned districts, and land development projects, and serves as a recommending body on ordinances, zoning amendments, variances and special use permits. 


Important Links

City PLANNING DIRECTORY 

 

CITy gIS Maps

 

Zoning Ordinance

Development Plan Review Ordinance

 

Subdivision & Land Development Regulations

PLAN COMMISSION TRAFFIC POLICY


Historic District Commission

Route 37 Cemetery Historical Report by PAL

 

Hazard Mitigation Plan


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Comprehensive Plan Update

Comprehensive Plan Homepage


2024 Comprehensive plan UPdate

2024 Comprehensive Plan adopted 9/30/2024


 Developer Resources

Turnkey Affordable Homeownership Program


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