The Grand Haven City Council has scheduled a Public Hearing on Monday, November 2, 2020 at 7:30 pm to gather citizen input on a proposed update to the Zoning Ordinance.
The proposed updated Zoning Ordinance consists of a comprehensive revision of the current Zoning Ordinance originally adopted in 2007, and it is proposed that the new Zoning Ordinance will replace that current Zoning Ordinance, with the exception of Article Seven Signage and Article Nine, Wind Energy Turbines, which have no proposed changes. A copy of the entire text of the proposed new Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map may be reviewed online at www.grandhaven.org/departments/planning-community-development/
The following provides a summary of the nine Articles of the Zoning Ordinance:
Article One Administration. This article presents the title, purpose and intent of the Zoning Ordinance. In addition, this Article presents the roles and responsibilities of the Zoning Administrator, the Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals. It also sets forth procedures for site plan development and review, special land uses, nonconformities and amendment procedures.
Article Two Interpretation and Definitions. This article provides definitions for key terms found within the Zoning Ordinance.
Article Three General Provisions. This article provides standards and regulations that are typically applicable throughout the City on subjects including, but not limited to, accessory buildings and uses, dimensional requirements, home occupations, performance standards, screening of mechanical equipment and hazardous substance groundwater protection.
Article Four Zoning Districts and Map. This article includes the official zoning map, a table of uses and schedule of regulations. This article also provides the detailed standards of the following zoning districts:
LDR – Low Density Residential MDR - Moderate Density Residential
MFR - Multiple Family Residential DR - Dune Residential
NS – North Shore CC – Civic Center
S – Southside E – Eastown
OT – Old Town NMU – Neighborhood Mixed Use
OS – Office Service CB – Central Business
C – Commercial B – Beechtree
WF - Waterfront WF-2 –Waterfront 2
TI – Transitional Industrial I – Industrial
PD – Planned Development SA – Sensitive Areas Overlay
BOD – Beach Overlay District
Article Five Standards and Requirements for Special Land Uses. This article outlines the specific standards the Planning Commission will apply for identified special land uses addressed in the Zoning Ordinance.
Article Six Parking. This article includes general and specific requirements for parking and commercial loading in the City. Minimum parking requirements are provided for the uses addressed in the Zoning Ordinance.
Article Seven Signage. No changes proposed
Article Eight Landscaping. This article provides standards for landscaping and buffer areas in the City.
Article Nine Wind Energy Turbines. No changes proposed
If you have any questions regarding the proposed new Zoning Ordinance, contact Jennifer Howland, Community Development Manager, at (616) 935-3276 or jhowland@grandhaven.org.
THE CITY HALL BUILDING IS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC.
Please see the procedures below for public participation.
Individuals will have opportunities to participate in the Call to the Audience and the public hearing in real-time during the electronic meeting. Please refer to the meeting notice on the City’s webpage for viewing and participation options, as well as to review the meeting packet: https://www.grandhaven.org/city-services/agendas/.
Written comments may be addressed to Jennifer Howland, Community Development Manager, 519 Washington Avenue, Grand Haven, MI 49417. Emailed comments may be sent to jhowland@grandhaven.org. To be considered at the public hearing, written and emailed comments must be received by 12:00PM, Monday, November 2, 2020.
If you have any questions regarding this notice, please contact the Community Development Department at 616-935-3276.
The Grand Haven City Council has scheduled Public Hearings on
Monday, November 2, 2020 at 7:30 pm to gather citizen input on the following requests related to the proposed Jackson Flats Development:
- An application from River Caddis & AVB for a zoning change request from OT, Old Town District to PD, Planned Development District and associated Preliminary Development Plan for Jackson Flats located on what is commonly referred to as the Stanco property (parcel #70-03-20-279-008, -017, -019, -020, -023, and -025; and 70-03-20-278-005, -006, and -015).
- A public hearing to consider vacating Elliott Street right-of-way between First Street and Second Street, pursuant to Sec. 32-89 of the Grand Haven Code of Ordinances. River Caddis and AVB intend to merge the two blocks to the north and south of the street in order to construct a residential development.
- The adoption of a Brownfield Plan for the City of Grand Haven. The City Council shall exercise its powers pursuant to and in accordance with the provisions of the Brownfield Redevelopment Financing Act, being Act 381 of the Public Acts of the State of Michigan of 1996, as amended. The description of the proposed brownfield property is as follows:
Land situated in the City of Grand Haven, County of Ottawa, State of Michigan, described as follows:
Address |
Tax ID |
125 Elliott Avenue |
70-03-20-279-017 |
132 Elliott Avenue |
70-03-20-278-005 |
133 Elliott Ave |
70-03-20-279-020 |
215 North 2nd Street |
70-03-20-278-006 |
309 North 2nd Street |
70-03-20-279-019 |
311 North 2nd Street |
70-03-20-279-008 |
317 North 2nd Street |
70-03-20-279-025 |
North 2nd Street |
70-03-20-279-024 |
105 Fulton Avenue |
70-03-20-278-015 |
North Harbor Drive |
70-03-20-279-023 |
Commonly located at 105 Fulton Avenue (125 Elliott Avenue) and comprised of ten (10) parcels.
The proposed Brownfield Plan would allow the developer and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority to be reimbursed for eligible costs incurred to prepare the brownfield property for redevelopment. Eligible costs may include environmental and non-environmental activities. The Brownfield Plan must first be approved by the Grand Haven City Council.
This description of the property along with any maps and a description of the Brownfield Plan are available for public inspection at Grand Haven City Hall, 519 Washington Avenue, Grand Haven, MI 49417. All aspects of the Brownfield Plan are open for discussion at the public hearing.
THE CITY HALL BUILDING IS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC.
Please see the procedures below for public participation.
Individuals will have opportunities to participate in the Call to the Audience and the public hearing in real-time during the electronic meeting. Please refer to the meeting notice on the City’s webpage for viewing and participation options, as well as to review the meeting packet:
https://www.grandhaven.org/city-services/agendas/.
Written comments may be addressed to Jennifer Howland, Community Development Manager, City of Grand Haven, 519 Washington Avenue, Grand Haven, MI 49417. Emailed comments may be sent to
Jennifer Howland. To be considered at the public hearing, written and emailed comments must be received by 12:00PM, Monday, November 2, 2020.
If you have any questions regarding this notice, please contact the Community Development Department at 616-935-3276.
