Planning
The Planning Division works with current land use planning, future land use planning and future zoning. Using Imagine Flint, the city’s Master Plan, Planning Staff directs neighborhood stabilization, future growth, and revitalization efforts towards becoming a green, sustainable and healthy 21st Century Sustainable Community. By respecting the overall views and interests of the community and people who are impacted by specific projects or changes, we believe in working with people to build consensus solutions that improve the quality of life for Flint residents and community members.
The Planning Division supports the work of the Planning Commission, Master Plan Steering Committee, Historic District Commission, and the Zoning Board of Appeals. Two of our many on-going projects at the moment include a complete update of the zoning code and the South Flint Community Planning initiative. We welcome and support community feedback, so please use the links below to learn more about these projects.
Master Plan
| Resource | Description | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| Placebased Future Land Use Plan | Open File | Download | |
| GIS and Maps | Open File | Download | |
| Master Plan Implementation Task Groups | Open File | Download | |
| Master Plan Steering Committee | Open File | Download | |
| Master Plan Implementation Update – 2016 | Open File | Download | |
| New Draft Zoning Ordinance | Open File | Download | |
| Capital Improvements Plan – 2014-2020 | Open File | Download | |
| Imagine Flint Master Plan for a Sustainable Flint – Adopted 10/28/13 | Open File | Download |
Community and Neighborhood Resources
| Resource | Description | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| Blight Elimination Framework | Open File | Download | |
| Property Lookup | Open File | Download | |
| Neighborhood Groups Map | Open File | Download | |
| Flint Neighborhood Plans | Open File | Download | |
| Neighborhood Resources | Open File | Download | |
| Community Engagement | Open File | Download | |
| Community Calendar | Open File | Download | |
| Sub-Area Planning | Open File | Download |
Zoning
The Zoning Division provides site plan review, zoning information, property disposition and other services to the public. Zoning staff also work closely with the Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals and Historic District Commission in interpreting the code, creating new ordinances and implementing the Master Plan.
Optional Pre-filing Conference:
A prospective applicant, prior to submitting a formal application and site plan for Zoning Coordinator review, may meet for a pre-filing conference(s) with the Zoning Coordinator and any other City official or employee designated by the Zoning Coordinator. The purpose of the conference(s) is to help the applicant understand the Master Plan, the Zoning Ordinance, the site development allowances, the standards by which the application will be evaluated, and the application requirements. At the conference, the applicant is expected to outline the project in terms of land uses, anticipated building arrangements and site design, and proposed construction timetable. Please contact the Zoning Coordinator or Lead Planner for more information.
Zoning Resources
| Resource | Description | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| Fee Schedule | Open File | Download | |
| Certificate of Zoning Compliance Application – Fences/Decks/Accessory Structures | Open File | Download | |
| Certificate of Zoning Compliance Application – Signs | Open File | Download | |
| Certificate of Zoning Compliance Application | Open File | Download | |
| Current Zoning Map | Open File | Download | |
| Zoning Confirmation / Verification Letter Request | Open File | Download | |
| Current Zoning Ordinance | Open File | Download | |
| Interactive Zoning Map website | Open File | Download | |
| Summary of Zoning Classifications | Open File | Download | |
| Zoning Violation Reporting Form | Open File | Download | |
| Draft Zoning Code Quick Reference Guide | Open File | Download | |
| Zoning Code Update | Open File | Download |
Please note: As of November 19 2019, Payment for application fees are no longer accepted by Planning & Zoning Staff. Fees for applications may be paid at the Building, Safety, and Inspection public counter between 9 am and 3 pm, Monday through Thursday. Applications are only accepted in person during these times. Thank you.
Planning Commission
The Planning commission creates the master and capital improvement plans for the development of the city; reviews rezoning requests, site plans, subdivisions, special use and other land use applications; and develops new zoning standards. This Commission meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month at 6 PM in City Hall unless otherwise notified. The meeting is typically held on the third floor in the Committee room off the Council Chambers. The Public is welcome.
| Resource | Description | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| Application for Planning Commission ( Street Name Change / Street/Alley Vacations / Rezoning / Conditional Use / Conditional Rezoning ) | Open File | Download | |
| Planning Commission Roster | For questions regarding the PC, please contact the Zoning Coordinator or Lead Planner. | Open File | Download |
| 2022 Meeting Schedule – Planning Commission | Open File | Download | |
| Flowchart for Special Regulated Use Site Plan Review | Open File | Download | |
| Flowchart for Site Plan Review | Open File | Download | |
| Site Plan Review Package | Open File | Download | |
| Conditional Use Application | Open File | Download |
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals grants variances and interprets provisions of the City’s zoning code, as well as resolves disputes regarding decisions of the zoning official. This Board meets on the third Tuesday of every month at 6 PM in City Hall unless otherwise notified. The meeting is typically held on the third floor in the Committee room off the Council Chambers. The Public is welcome.
| Resource | Description | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Meeting Schedule – Zoning Board of Appeals | Open File | Download | |
| Zoning Board of Appeals Roster | For questions regarding the ZBA, please contact the Zoning Coordinator or Lead Planner. | Open File | Download |
| Use Variance ZBA Application | Open File | Download | |
| Non-Use Variance ZBA Application | Open File | Download |
Historic District Commission
The Historic District Commission reviews proposals for additions, alterations, or other changes to structures within the City’s historic districts. This Commission meets on the first Thursday of every month at 5:30 PM in City Hall unless otherwise notified. The meeting is typically held on the third floor in the Committee room off the Council Chambers. The Public is welcome.
| Resource | Description | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| Historic District Ordinance – Chapter 2, Article XIX | Open File | Download | |
| Secretary of the Interior’s Standards | Open File | Download | |
| 2022 Meeting Schedule – Historic District Commission | Open File | Download | |
| Historic District Commission Roster | Open File | Download | |
| Certificate of Appropriateness Application | Open File | Download |
Additional Planning and Zoning Resources
| Resource | Description | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| Historic District Ordinance – Chapter 2, Article XIX | Open File | Download | |
| Secretary of the Interior’s Standards | Open File | Download | |
| 2022 Meeting Schedule – Historic District Commission | Open File | Download | |
| 2022 Meeting Schedule – Zoning Board of Appeals | Open File | Download | |
| Application for Planning Commission ( Street Name Change / Street/Alley Vacations / Rezoning / Conditional Use / Conditional Rezoning ) | Open File | Download | |
| Fee Schedule | Open File | Download | |
| Certificate of Zoning Compliance Application – Fences/Decks/Accessory Structures | Open File | Download | |
| Certificate of Zoning Compliance Application – Signs | Open File | Download | |
| Certificate of Zoning Compliance Application | Open File | Download | |
| Current Zoning Map | Open File | Download | |
| Zoning Confirmation / Verification Letter Request | Open File | Download | |
| Current Zoning Ordinance | Open File | Download | |
| Interactive Zoning Map website | Open File | Download | |
| Summary of Zoning Classifications | Open File | Download | |
| Zoning Violation Reporting Form | Open File | Download | |
| Blight Elimination Framework | Open File | Download | |
| Property Lookup | Open File | Download | |
| Neighborhood Groups Map | Open File | Download | |
| Flint Neighborhood Plans | Open File | Download | |
| Neighborhood Resources | Open File | Download | |
| Community Engagement | Open File | Download | |
| Community Calendar | Open File | Download | |
| Sub-Area Planning | Open File | Download | |
| Placebased Future Land Use Plan | Open File | Download | |
| GIS and Maps | Open File | Download | |
| Master Plan Implementation Task Groups | Open File | Download | |
| Master Plan Steering Committee | Open File | Download | |
| Master Plan Implementation Update – 2016 | Open File | Download | |
| New Draft Zoning Ordinance | Open File | Download | |
| Capital Improvements Plan – 2014-2020 | Open File | Download | |
| Imagine Flint Master Plan for a Sustainable Flint – Adopted 10/28/13 | Open File | Download | |
| South Flint Community Planning (Choice Neighborhoods) | Open File | Download | |
| Planning Commission Comments | Open File | Download | |
| Draft Zoning Code Quick Reference Guide | Open File | Download | |
| Zoning Code Update | Open File | Download | |
| Historic District Commission Roster | Open File | Download | |
| Certificate of Appropriateness Application | Open File | Download | |
| Zoning Board of Appeals Roster | For questions regarding the ZBA, please contact the Zoning Coordinator or Lead Planner. | Open File | Download |
| Use Variance ZBA Application | Open File | Download | |
| Non-Use Variance ZBA Application | Open File | Download | |
| Planning Commission Roster | For questions regarding the PC, please contact the Zoning Coordinator or Lead Planner. | Open File | Download |
| 2022 Meeting Schedule – Planning Commission | Open File | Download | |
| Flowchart for Special Regulated Use Site Plan Review | Open File | Download | |
| Flowchart for Site Plan Review | Open File | Download | |
| Site Plan Review Package | Open File | Download | |
| Conditional Use Application | Open File | Download | |
| Application for Planning Commission ( Street Name Change / Street/Alley Vacations / Rezoning / Conditional Use / Conditional Rezoning ) | Open File | Download |
Planning and Zoning Staff
Planning & Zoning
Flint MI 48502
Director of Planning & Development
Suzanne Wilcox
Flint MI 48502
