The Planning Commission and City Council have recognized that, in certain instances, it would be an advantage to both the City and property owners seeking rezoning if a site plan, along with conditions and limitations that may be relied upon by the City, could be proposed as part of a petition for rezoning. Therefore, it is the intent of this chapter to provide an election to property owners in connection with the submission of petitions seeking the amendment of this chapter for approval of a rezoning with conditions, per MCL 125.286i. This is to accomplish, among other things, the objectives of the Zoning Code through a land development project review process based upon the site planning criteria to achieve integration of the proposed land development project with the characteristics of the project area.
(Res. 06-285A. Passed 7-31-06.)