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Last updated: August 4, 2017

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Wexford Joint Zoning Board of Appeals meetings

Wexford Joint Zoning Board of Appeals meetings are open to the public and you are welcome to attend. Opportunity for public comment occurs two, and sometimes three, times during the meeting:

At the start of the meeting -- to comment on items on the agenda.
During a hearing on a specific topic (proposed zoning or plan amendment, or pending zoning permit)
As the very list item on the agenda for anything else.

The public's concerns and comments are important. To help understand the legal perimeters the Joint Zoning Board of Appeals has to work within, and what types of comments can be the most effective, the following flyers are offered for your consideration:

Land Use Series "Appeals & Variances: How to Participate in the Zoning Process" (same in Spanish)

      Public comment is at the beginning of the meeting so the Appeals Board can hear concerns and questions before acting on an issue. Those making public comment are expected to be familiar with the issue and have prepared comments ahead of time. To help the public in preparing for the meeting, any written material shall be made available without cost for members of the public on this web page. The Chair may limit the amount of time allowed for each person wishing to make public comment at a Appeals Board meeting. The Chair may ask members of the audience to caucus with others sharing similar positions so they may select a single spokesperson. If a single spokesperson is selected, that individual shall be able to make public comment at the Appeals Board meeting without time limit or an extended time limit. Speakers should identify them self, a written copy of what is being said is helpful, being polite and professional is also expected. After the public comment agenda item public comment is normally not allowed; however, sometimes the Appeals Board may direct questions to members of the public.
      These same principles apply for public comments during a public hearing on a specific agenda item.
      These same principles apply for public comments at the end of the meeting. That public comment is to bring up items not on the agenda, and thus at the end of the meeting.
      Specific rules for the Wexford Joint Zoning Board of Appeals are found in its Rules of Procedure.

For more information

The Wexford Joint Planning Commission is a member of the Michigan Association of Planning dedicated to promoting sound community planning that benefits the residents of Michigan -- a source of training on planning and zoning issues.
Another source of training and information on planning and zoning is Michigan State University Extension. At this web site you will find articles, fact sheets, and much more. Use the search box at the upper right of the screen. For individual questions use the Ask an Expert from Extension.