Zoning Amendment Requests
Planning Commission
A Step-By-Step Guide
INTRODUCTORY MEETING WITH PLANNING STAFF - Staff will assist the applicant by explaining the
amendment process; explain the application and how to draft zoning language.
SUBMISSION OF REQUEST - Applicant will submit request at least 30 days before the next regularly
scheduled Planning Commission meeting (first Thursday of the month) to the Zoning Administrator for
review. The Zoning Administrator shall review the proposed zoning amendment language or change to
map. A copy of the request is sent to the City Attorney for review. Fee must be received before any
requests are processed.
REQUEST IS INCOMPLETE Staff will prepare a notice of findings/corrections that will be sent
to the applicant. Due to the review time/noticing requirements applicants are encouraged to
submit their requests in advance of the 30 day minimum requirement.
APPLICANT SUBMITS REVISIONS Staff reviews for completeness
REQUEST IS COMPLETE Staff will prepare notice of public hearing (ad in newspaper, posted on City
web page, City Facebook page, posted at City Hall). Noticing must be at least 20 days prior to meeting
date.
PUBLIC HEARING - Applicant shall present their request to the Commission along with any
correspondence in support of their request. Staff will give their report, the public is invited to speak on
the request, and correspondence will be read into the record. Public hearing will be closed.
PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW The Planning Commission will review the request for compliance
and make a recommendation to City Council.
CITY COUNCIL ORDINANCE REVIEW COMMITTEE After recommendation from the Planning
Commission, staff will prepare a memo and supporting documents for the Council Ordinance Review
Committee’s consideration.
CITY COUNCIL REVIEW After recommendation from the Ordinance Review Committee, Staff will
prepare a Council agenda request form and memo for the next City Council meeting. Zoning amendment
requests require two hearings.
FINALIZE REQUEST The City Clerk will place a notice in the newspaper for adoption of the ordinance
amendment. Staff will prepare the necessary changes to the ordinance and upon the waiting period
make changes to the web page and process the necessary hardcopies.
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Planning & Zoning
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Manistee, MI 49660
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Zoning Amendment Request
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Zoning Amendment Request Requirements
Request must be received 30 days prior to the City of Manistee Planning Commission meeting to be placed on the
agenda. Notice of the Public Hearing shall be held before the Planning Commission. Notice shall include publication
in a newspaper and posting in City Hall. Fee for Petition of Zoning Amendment is $1,000.00 which needs to be
submitted with the application. You or your representative should be present at the meeting to explain your request
to the Planning Commission and to answer any questions. After the public hearing, the Planning Commission will
make a recommendation to the City Council. Two readings are required for Zoning Amendments at regularly
scheduled Council Meetings. The City Council will consider final action on your petition.
Applicant Information
Name of Owner:
Address:
Phone #:
Cell#:
Name of Agent (if applicable):
Address:
Phone #:
Cell#:
Property Information
Address:
Present use of Property:
This area is un-platted, will be platted is plated Name of Plat:
RE-ZONE AMENDMENTS
Re-Zone: Rezone Parcel # _____________________________ from ______________ to ______________
Attach narrative stating the reason for the change.
Has a previous application for a variance, special use permit or re-zoning on this land ben made in the past?
yes no. If yes when _________________. Decision: approved denied
Please answer the following questions
State specifically the reason for this Amendment request at this time
Legal Description of Property affected
List of Deed Restrictions (cite Liber & Page)
Names and addresses of all persons, firms or corporations having a legal or equitable interest in the land
Will this re-zoning be in conformance with all adopted development plans of the City of Manistee?
Will this re-zoning be in conformance with all adopted development plans of and Manistee County?
What do you anticipate the impacts of the proposed zone change on the adjacent property to be? What steps
do you propose to take to mitigate any negative impacts associated with the proposed change?
Does the proposed re-zoning conform to the plans? If not, why should the change be made? Please be specific,
brief and attach any supporting documentation which substantiates your claim. This could include an allegation
that the existing zoning is in error which would be corrected by the proposed change, or that specific changes
or changing conditions in the immediate area make the re-zoning necessary to promotion of public health,
safety and general welfare.
Site Plan Requirements
May be waived by the Zoning Administrator
Attach a site plan drawn to the scale of one (1) inch equals (10) feet, showing all existing structures on the property,
all proposed structures and marking those structures that will be removed or razed. Also, the general shape, size
and location of all existing structures within 100 feet of the property along with their uses shall be depicted on the
site plan, along with all abutting roads, streets alleys or easements.
TEXT AMENDMENTS
Text Amendment:
Amend Article _________ Section __________ to [ delete, supplement, or clarify] the Manistee City Zoning
Ordinance. Attach copy of proposed ordinance language.
Authorization
CERTIFICATION AND AFFIDAVIT:
The undersigned affirm(s) that he/she/they is/are the owner, owner's representative, involved in the petition
and that the answers and statements herein contained and the information submitted are in all respects true and
correct to the best of his, her or their knowledge and belief.
Signature: _____________________________________________ Date: ______________________
Signature: _____________________________________________ Date: ______________________
By checking this box permission is given for Planning Commission Members to make a site inspection if desired.
Office Use Only
Fee: $1,000.00
Receipt #
Date Received:
Hearing Date:
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