March 6, 2025 Minutes DRAFT (March 6, 2025 Minutes DRAFT)

**Executive Summary**

The Glen Arbor Township Planning Commission convened its March 6, 2025, meeting, called to order by Chairman Lance Roman. The meeting commenced with a roll call, agenda approval, and confirmation of no member conflicts of interest. Minutes from the February meeting were approved. The Township Board’s February meeting discussions were reported, covering topics such as board position reappointments, rental fees with Leelanau School, parking lot repaving, camera installations, the new State of Michigan sick time policy, and insurance renewal.

The Zoning Administrator’s report indicated a busy month with phone calls, but no formal actions. The Zoning Board of Appeals reported no appeals. A presentation on the Tree City USA program was made, with the Commission recommending the Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce as a potential champion. The meeting progressed to business items. The main focus was the review and update of the Master Plan, which is in progress. The Commission also reviewed Zoning Ordinance v5.2 items, specifically accessory buildings, shipping container use, and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs).

Regarding the Zoning Ordinance review, the Commission decided to address accessory buildings and shipping containers in April, and save ADUs for later. The possibility of combining and tabulating these items was considered. The Commission also addressed ordinance items, particularly solar and wind regulations. The meeting concluded with public comment and commission comments and was adjourned at 8:45 PM by Chairman Lance Roman.