Planning Commission

7227 Huron Avenue, Lexington, MI 48450
Phone: (810) 359-8631

The Lexington Planning Commission supports the Village’s growth and development through strong planning, zoning, and design practices. Established under the Michigan Planning Enabling Act, the nine-member board is appointed by the Village President and is responsible for:

  • Creating, implementing, and maintaining the village’s master plan.
  • Drafting and implementing the Village’s zoning ordinance, including a review of the proposed development.
  • Annual development of the Village’s six-year capital improvements plan.
  • Research and facilitation of other special projects as requested by Council.

Members come from a variety of backgrounds and are residents and business owners in the Village. The commission meets monthly on the first Monday at 7:00 p.m. in Village Hall. See the commission’s most recent annual report for an idea of past activities and upcoming priorities. The commission’s bylaws can be found here.

Interested in applying to join the Planning Commission? Members must be residents of Lexington, able to attend monthly meetings, bring an open mind to discussions, and be willing to put in some hours outside of meeting time to meet the commission’s goals. Visit the Boards & Commissions Appointments page for details on the process.

Click here to view the status of the progress made toward the community becoming a MEDC Redevelopment Ready Community.

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All meetings are held at 7:00 PM on the 1st Monday of each month in the Lexington Village Hall 7227 Huron Avenue, Lexington Michigan.

The Planning Commission consists of 9 members who are appointed by the Council President. The Planning Commission is vested with all the authority, powers and duties given to such commission by the provisions of said Act 285 of 1931, as amended, and the ordinances of the village, including the zoning ordinance.

The Master Plan Overview

Committee Member

Chairman: Mike Ziegler
Vice Chairperson: David Picot

Secretary: Jackie Huepenbecker  

Trustee: Kristen Kaatz (Village Council)
Trustee: Wil Morris(Village Council)
Trustee: Steve Stencel
Trustee: Doug Roehl
Trustee: Mike Fulton
Trustee: Tim Regan

 

Village Documents Archive

Planning Commission

All meetings are held at 7:00 PM on the 1st Monday of each month in the Lexington Village Hall 7227 Huron Avenue, Lexington Michigan. Questions? Call 810-359-8631.

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