Planning

The Planning aspect provides information and advisory services regarding growth and development; and responds to public inquiries regarding zoning, land use, and development standards. The department also processes current and long-range development applications in accordance with the City’s Master Plan and zoning regulations.

The Planning Commission reviews site plans, planned unit developments and other development plans. They also review rezoning requests and develop and recommend changes to the Zoning Ordinance.

Zoning Ordinance

Planning Documents & Forms

• Façade Grant Application
• Fire Suppression and Elevator Assistance Grant Application
• Home Occupation Permit Application
• Land Split, Land Combination, Lot Line Adjustment Request
• Master Plan
• Planned Unit Development Application
• Site Plan Review Application
• Special Use Permit
• Temporary Portable Sign Permit Application

Helpful Links for Property Developers

Interested developers are encouraged to schedule a pre-development meeting. The Village development team meets every Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. and walk-ins are welcome. To schedule a pre-development meeting at another time, please contact Village Manager Christine Burns 616-842-1393.

• Contact Info
• Development Flow Charts
• Site Plan Review
• Application
• Requirements
• Special Land Use
• Application
• Requirements
• Rezoning Application
• Fee Schedule
• Planning Commission Filing Deadlines and Meeting Dates
• Financial Incentives
• DDA Façade Grant
• DDA Fire Suppression & Elevator Assistance Grant