Planning Documents

Question 1

Comprehensive Community Master Plan

Answer 1

a general guide on how a community would like to develop in the future. These documents are not legally binding, but it may influence how a board or commission may vote on certain proposed developments.

Question 2

Zoning Map

Answer 2

illustrates a city’s various districts by use and is used to control population density and growth characteristics. A zoning map typically shows permitted land uses and allowable densities of development.

Question 3

Zoning Ordinance

Answer 3

the written regulation and laws that explain allowed land use and densities allowed within the specific areas of the city. May include specific information about uses such as off-street parking and setbacks.

Question 4

Assessors Map

Answer 4

typically used to locate buildings and land in order to establish their worth.

Question 5

Regional Land Use Maps

Answer 5

Typically illustrate existing land uses and types, areas and types of proposed development.