Planning Commission: Notice of Special Planning Commission, Thursday, January 30, 2025 (Article 12 Review)

Here is a 3-4 paragraph executive summary of the document:

Executive Summary

The Leelanau Township Planning Commission is reviewing an application for a communications tower in the Agricultural Zoning District. The review is based on the criteria and standards for approval outlined in the Leelanau Township Zoning Ordinance.

The key issues identified in the review include whether the proposed tower would change the essential character of the district, whether the tower would be adequately served by public facilities and services, whether the tower would adversely affect the natural environment and farmland, and whether there is sufficient stormwater protection. The Planning Commission is also considering conditions that could be placed on the approval, such as requiring wetland delineation, a stormwater detention basin, and a 10-foot buffer from wetlands.

The Leelanau Township Board previously passed a resolution supporting the addition of a communications tower north or northwest of the Village of Northport to address lack of cellular and broadband internet access in the township. The Planning Commission’s review will determine if this specific tower application meets the zoning ordinance standards, either as proposed or with conditions.

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