Joint Study Session with GT County & NW Regional Airport Authority of the Cherry Capital Airport (Airport Zoning Act, Act 23 of 1950 – Next Steps)

Leelanau County

Event Date: 2024-03-13

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This document outlines the process for establishing an airport zoning ordinance in Michigan, specifically focusing on Section 17 of the Michigan Airport Zoning Act. The purpose of such ordinances is to regulate land use in the vicinity of publicly owned airports, limiting structure heights and managing other potential hazards to air navigation. The document details the roles of the Michigan Aeronautics Commission, the County Board of Commissioners, and the Joint Airport Zoning Board in implementing these ordinances.

The document describes the steps involved in establishing a Section 17 airport zoning ordinance. This includes preliminary meetings with the Michigan Department of Transportation, the declaration of an “Airport Hazard Area” by the Michigan Aeronautics Commission, the appointment of board members, and the organization of the Joint Airport Zoning Board. Further steps include the appointment of an Airport Zoning Commissioner, the recommendation of zoning regulations, public hearings, ordinance adoption, and the creation of administrative and appeals agencies.

Key responsibilities of the Joint Zoning Board are also outlined. These include organizing the board, electing officers, establishing meeting schedules, appointing an airport zoning commission, reviewing reports, holding public hearings, adopting the final ordinance, and appointing an appeal board. The board is also tasked with maintaining communication with other zoning boards and agencies.

Finally, the document provides a list of airports currently operating under Section 17 of the Michigan Airport Zoning Act. This includes a range of airports across the state. Jennifer Moore, a Planning and Zoning Specialist with the Michigan Department of Transportation, is listed as a contact for further inquiries, with a link to the Michigan Department of Transportation, Office of Aeronautics website provided.

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