Planning Commission: Planning Commission Thursday, June 27th 2024 @ 7:00 pm (AGENDA)

The Leelanau Township Planning Commission will convene a regular meeting on June 27, 2024, at 7:00 PM located at 119 E. Nagonaba St, Northport, MI. This meeting aims to address a tentative agenda including a text amendment regarding farmstays, a public hearing, and a review of the Master Plan Draft #2, with opportunities for public comments.

Planning Commission: Planning Commission Thursday, June 27th 2024 @ 7:00 pm (Approved Minutes)

The Leelanau Township Planning Commission met on June 27, 2024, to discuss various agenda items, including a text amendment for Farmstays in the Agricultural District. Following a brief disruption due to a “Zoom Bombing,” the meeting concluded with Commissioner Weber announcing his resignation effective August 1, 2024, and no further public comments were made.

Planning Commission: Planning Commission Thursday, June 13th 2024 @ 7:00 pm (Public Comment from 6/10 to 6/12)

The Leelanau Township Planning Commission is reviewing a special use permit for a communications tower on Kitchen Road during a public hearing on June 13, 2024. Public comments from June 10-12 indicate diverse opinions, with many residents supporting the tower for improved cell service, while others question the planning process and site selection transparency.

Planning Commission: Planning Commission Thursday, June 13th 2024 @ 7:00 pm (Public Comment rec’d 6/13)

The proposed construction of a cellular tower near the intersection of Kitchen and Garthe Roads in Leelanau Township has sparked significant debate among residents. Jan Rygwelski supports the tower, emphasizing the dire need for improved cellular coverage in the area. On the other hand, Paris Morse vehemently opposes the tower, citing multiple violations of zoning ordinances.

Planning Commission: Planning Commission Thursday, June 13th 2024 @ 7:00 pm (Cell signal studies (Leelanau Twp.))

This document provides a summary of property information, including addresses and parcel numbers. Several different properties are listed, with details such as street addresses and associated parcel identifiers. The listed properties are diverse, ranging from a fire station tower site to vineyard properties, showcasing a variety of land uses within a specific geographic area.

Planning Commission: Planning Commission Thursday, June 13th 2024 @ 7:00 pm (Agenda)

The Leelanau Township Planning Commission will meet on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at 7:00 P.M. at the Fire Hall in Northport, MI. The meeting includes important agenda items, such as a public comment session and a discussion on a special land use permit for a wireless communications tower. Public participation is encouraged, both in-person and via Zoom.

Planning Commission: Planning Commission Thursday, June 13th 2024 @ 7:00 pm (Tower application)

The FAA’s aeronautical study concluded that a proposed 195-ft tall antenna tower in Northport, Michigan, would not pose an air navigation hazard if certain conditions are met, including filing FAA Form 7460-2. The determination is valid until July 17, 2024, unless construction starts or other actions are taken to amend it.

Planning Commission: Planning Commission Thursday, June 13th 2024 @ 7:00 pm (Public Comment Tower (6/10/24))

This document pertains to the ongoing discussions and public feedback regarding Leelanau County’s application for a special use permit to erect a communications tower in Leelanau Township. Various stakeholders, including residents and local officials, submitted their comments for a public hearing scheduled for June 13, 2024. The proposed tower aims to improve cellular coverage and public safety.

Planning Commission: Planning Commission Thursday, May 23rd 2024 @ 7:00 pm (Agenda)

The Leelanau Township Planning Commission convened on May 23, 2024, at 7:00 P.M. to discuss the proposed amendment allowing farmstays in the Agricultural District. The meeting also covered draft master plan revisions and included public comments to foster community engagement. Plans for the next session on June 13, 2024, were announced, focusing on a communications tower.

Planning Commission: Planning Commission Thursday, May 23rd 2024 @ 7:00 pm (Proposed Text Amendment on Farmstays)

The proposed amendment to the Leelanau Township Zoning Ordinance introduces regulations for Agritourism Farmstays within the Agricultural District. This initiative aims to blend agricultural operations with tourism, allowing farmers to generate additional income and enhancing community engagement. It outlines defined terms and guidelines to promote agricultural sustainability while preserving the township’s rural character.