The Leelanau Township Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at 7:00 PM at the Leelanau Township Hall. The agenda includes procedural items and a public hearing on a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment for Farm Stay Campsites, designed to gather public input and analyze the potential impacts on zoning regulations.
The Planning Commission held a public hearing on the proposed Farm Stay Campground Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment. Concerns included minimum acreage and allowing multiple Farm Stays per owner. The Commission clarified the draft ordinance, voted to forward it for review, and will consider County comments at their next meeting on June 27, 2024.
The Leelanau Township Planning Commission convened on September 12, 2024, for a public hearing on a proposed zoning ordinance regarding Farm Stay Campsites. Discussions focused on gathering feedback from stakeholders and ensuring clear definitions within the ordinance to support agricultural activities. The next meeting is scheduled for September 26, 2024, to continue these discussions.
The amendments aim to regulate the establishment and operation of Farm Stay Campsites, defined as small campgrounds linked to commercial farming activities. They focus on minimizing disruptions to residential and agricultural environments, include operational limitations like noise restrictions and guest occupancy caps, and mandate detailed management plans for the review process to ensure local compliance.
This document provides feedback on the June 27, 2024, Farm Stay Campsites draft, focusing on areas needing clarification for the Public Hearing. The primary concern centers around the definition of key terms, particularly “commercial farming activity” and “commercial agricultural use,” which appear repeatedly throughout the draft. The author suggests using consistent terminology to avoid confusion.
The Leelanau Township Master Plan Update, initiated in 2022, aims to balance growth with the preservation of the township’s rural character and natural resources. It focuses on enhancing residents’ health and safety, supporting local businesses, and promoting diverse housing and employment opportunities while ensuring sustainable tourism and shoreline resiliency through community engagement and zoning regulations.
The Leelanau Township Planning Commission has scheduled a special meeting on September 5, 2024, at 1:00 P.M. The meeting will be held at 119 E. Nagonaba St, Northport, MI, and will also be accessible to the public via Zoom. Agenda highlights include approving the meeting agenda, conflicts of interest, and discussion regarding the Leelanau Township Master Plan.
The Leelanau Township Master Plan 2nd Draft provides a comprehensive framework for the community’s future, emphasizing sustainability and citizen engagement. It covers demographics, housing challenges, natural resources, and economic development driven by tourism. The plan aims to enhance coastal resilience, improve community facilities, and balance land use, prioritizing public health and environmental quality.
The Leelanau Township Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at 7:00 PM at 119 E. Nagonaba St, Northport, MI 49670. Public participation is available via Zoom. Key discussion items include a text amendment concerning Farmstays and updates on the RVTS Property and Master Plan Draft #2.
The Leelanau Township Planning Commission is considering amendments to the zoning ordinance to allow for Farm Stay Campsites in the Agricultural Zoning District. The primary goal is to balance economic benefits with mitigating negative impacts on residential areas and neighboring farms, by introducing regulations under a Special Land Use permit for these sites.
