October 3, 2024 Minutes (October 3, 2024 Minutes)

Executive Summary:

The Glen Arbor Township Planning Commission convened on October 5, 2024, with Chairman Lance Roman presiding. Key topics included a Master Plan review, updates on zoning ordinance items, and public comments. The meeting commenced with a roll call, approval of the previous month’s minutes, and confirmation of no conflicts of interest.

The core of the meeting revolved around refining the township’s zoning regulations. Specifically, the commission addressed proposed changes in Version 5.1 related to fences, accessory buildings, and keyholing. Detailed discussions and reviews of the relevant items were conducted. The keyholing item will be revisited in November to consider Zoning Administrator comments. The commission also discussed accessory dwelling units, solar/wind regulations, and shipping container use but took no action on the first two. Further, the commission discussed the business in a residential zone.

Public participation included inquiries about a trail project and business development requirements in residential zones. Chairman Roman responded to the inquiry regarding the process for changing zoning and obtaining necessary permits, detailing the role of the Zoning Administrator, the Planning Commission, public hearings, and other stakeholders, including the County Planning Commission and the Township Board.

The meeting concluded with no further comments from commission members and adjournment at 8:45 PM.