Planning and Zoning Department

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Mission Statement

The Planning and Zoning Commission is responsible for the physical, social and economic planning and coordinated development of the Town in accordance with the Town Charter,  The Planning and Zoning Commission prepares, adopts, and implements a Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD); reviews referrals regarding municipal improvements; adopts and amends both Zoning and Subdivision Regulations; and reviews and acts upon land use development and subdivision permit applications.

General Mission

To manage the day to day activities of the Planning and Zoning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals.

• Department Services

Advisory and Research

To provide information an advice to the P+Z and ZBA to enable them to carry out their programs and decision making processes.

Project Management

To manage development projects under the direct approval of the Planning and Zoning Commission; plan and application reviews.

Enforcement/Adjudication

Enforcement of zoning and subdivision laws; appeal proceedings.

Public Assistance

Provide information and assistance to the general public regarding zoning and subdivision issues.  Maintain and provide development-related records.

Government Assistance

Provide assistance to various other municipal agencies as required by statue or otherwise needed. Liaison as assigned to other agencies.