Planning and Zoning
Village Planning Commission meets
3rd Thursday at 7 pm in the Village Office
1276 Michigan Avenue, Benzonia, MI 49616 231.882.9981
Online meetings links will be posted when needed.
3rd Thursday at 7 pm in the Village Office
1276 Michigan Avenue, Benzonia, MI 49616 231.882.9981
Online meetings links will be posted when needed.
PROPOSED ORDINANCE DRAFTS:
The Village Planning Commission held a Public Hearing on drafts of 2 zoning amendments and 2 new ordinance articles, on August 18, 2021. A complete copy of the ordinance drafts may be viewed at the Village Office, 1276 Michigan Avenue. Call the Village Office or email the Zoning Administrator to make arrangements. The ordinance drafts can be viewed/downloaded below.
The next regular planning commission meeting is Thursday, Sept 16th, 7pm at Village Office.
For more information please contact the Zoning Administrator prior to the meeting.
Click on items below to view or print:
#1 2021 DRAFT Accessory Amendment 081821 (PDF)
#2 2021 DRAFT Fence Amendment 081821 (PDF)
#3 2021 DRAFT Food Truck Ordinance 081821 (PDF)
#4 2021 DRAFT Short Term Rentals 081821 (PDF)
The Village Planning Commission held a Public Hearing on drafts of 2 zoning amendments and 2 new ordinance articles, on August 18, 2021. A complete copy of the ordinance drafts may be viewed at the Village Office, 1276 Michigan Avenue. Call the Village Office or email the Zoning Administrator to make arrangements. The ordinance drafts can be viewed/downloaded below.
The next regular planning commission meeting is Thursday, Sept 16th, 7pm at Village Office.
For more information please contact the Zoning Administrator prior to the meeting.
Click on items below to view or print:
#1 2021 DRAFT Accessory Amendment 081821 (PDF)
#2 2021 DRAFT Fence Amendment 081821 (PDF)
#3 2021 DRAFT Food Truck Ordinance 081821 (PDF)
#4 2021 DRAFT Short Term Rentals 081821 (PDF)
The Planning Commission is made up of village residents and a representative from Village Council. The Village Zoning Administrator also attends these monthly meetings.
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Zoning fee schedule and forms listed below in PDF.
Direct Zoning questions to Sara Kirk, Zoning Administrator, zoning.villageofbenzonia@gmail.com or call the Village at 231.882.9981 
Zoning documents (PDF)
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This plan would not have been possible without the support and efforts of the citizens of the Village of Benzonia, Village staff, and Village Board members. Members of the Village Planning Commission participated directly in collaborating on this document. It truly takes a Village! |
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WANTED!
We are looking for energetic and enthusiastic individuals to serve on our Planning commission and committees. These individuals should have the ability to make decisions, work as a part of a team, and want to be able to guide the future growth and development of our Village. The Planning Commission provides guidance to the Village Council on planning matters such as ordinances, zoning matters, and special development projects. Many of the commitments only require a few hours of service a month, but as always, it is what you want to put in! IMMEDIATELY, the planning commission is seeking to form subcommittees to help guide and provide input to help complete action items identified in the master plan as well as support the Redevelopment Ready Community (RRC) Certification Process. INTERESTED? Click here to view the details and application (PDF). |
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The value and importance of citizen participation cannot be measured.
Your interest in volunteering with the Village of Benzonia is greatly appreciated. Thank You!
Your interest in volunteering with the Village of Benzonia is greatly appreciated. Thank You!
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SIMPLE TREE PERMIT EXEMPTION
For a simple tree exemption there are 3 easy ways to notify the ZA. 1. Download this 1 page Form, fill it out and either email it (zoning.villageofbenzonia@gmail.com) or drop it off at the Village office. 2. Just Email the ZA! (zoning.villageofbenzonia@gmail.com) and provide your name, contact info., and information about your tree removal. 3. Call the Village office (231-882-9981) and provide your name, contact info., and information about your tree removal. Click here to print Simple Tree Permit Exemption (PDF) |
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Zoning Forms (PDF)
Land Use/Zoning Permit Application:
General application form for residential and commercial land use revisions including building, remodeling, signs, fences, etc.
General application form for residential and commercial land use revisions including building, remodeling, signs, fences, etc.
Ordinance Complaint Form:
Form for any zoning related complaint that requests follow up by Zoning Administrator.
Form for any zoning related complaint that requests follow up by Zoning Administrator.
ROW Tree Request 2020:
Tree Work Request in the Public Right-of-Way. Required for any work related to trees in the Village Right-Of-Way.
Tree Work Request in the Public Right-of-Way. Required for any work related to trees in the Village Right-Of-Way.
Tree Removal Permit Form 2020:
Any property owner that wishes to remove trees in the Village Limits must notify the Zoning Administrator with the following application.
Any property owner that wishes to remove trees in the Village Limits must notify the Zoning Administrator with the following application.
Special Land Use Permit:
Form for proposed special use on appropriate zoned properties.
Form for proposed special use on appropriate zoned properties.
Zoning Amendment Application:
Form for requested changes to ordinance text or to rezone from one use to another.
Form for requested changes to ordinance text or to rezone from one use to another.
Welcome Sara Kirk, Zoning Administrator
We are pleased to announce the hiring of a new Zoning Administrator, Sara Kirk. Sara will also serve as a member of the Village Planning Commission.
Sara R. Kirk, ASLA, LEED AP, is a landscape architect and founder of SRP Design Studio. She is a member of the American Society of Landscaping Architects and holds licenses in Michigan, Minnesota, and Tennessee.
Sara graduated with honors from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture with a specialization in environmental studies. Her areas of focus include park and recreation, community planning, site design and streetscape projects. Sara has extensive experience with sustainable design, in both planning and implementation.
We are thrilled Sara has joined the Village of Benzonia team. April 2019
Sara R. Kirk, ASLA, LEED AP, is a landscape architect and founder of SRP Design Studio. She is a member of the American Society of Landscaping Architects and holds licenses in Michigan, Minnesota, and Tennessee.
Sara graduated with honors from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture with a specialization in environmental studies. Her areas of focus include park and recreation, community planning, site design and streetscape projects. Sara has extensive experience with sustainable design, in both planning and implementation.
We are thrilled Sara has joined the Village of Benzonia team. April 2019
Disclaimer
Village of Benzonia Ordinances are provided online for informational purposes only. The formatting of documents may vary from the official hard copy of the ordinance. In the case of any discrepancy between this version and the official hard copy, the official hard copy will prevail. The Web version of the ordinance may not reflect all of, or the most current, legislation passed by the Village of Benzonia. Updates are incorporated on a periodic basis. For questions regarding an ordinance, contact the Village of Benzonia.
Village of Benzonia Ordinances are provided online for informational purposes only. The formatting of documents may vary from the official hard copy of the ordinance. In the case of any discrepancy between this version and the official hard copy, the official hard copy will prevail. The Web version of the ordinance may not reflect all of, or the most current, legislation passed by the Village of Benzonia. Updates are incorporated on a periodic basis. For questions regarding an ordinance, contact the Village of Benzonia.