In addition to the authority to develop and adopt the Comprehensive Plan, the Planning Commission also serves in an advisory capacity to the Board of Aldermen in the review of future land use and development proposals and subdivision plats. A primary duty of the Planning Commission is to hold public hearings to hear public opinion regarding development, rezoning petitions, and special use permits. After hearing public opinion and presentations from petitioners and staff, the Planning Commission provides recommendations to the Board of Aldermen regarding rezoning, subdivisions, use permits, and amendments to the Zoning Code. These decisions should be in accordance with the City’s Comprehensive Plan.
The Chairman of the Planning Commission presides over all meetings and is in charge of all activities of the Commission and oversees the conduct of the affairs of the Commission.
