Mayor's Office

Planning and Zoning

Public Notices, Agendas, and Minutes for the Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, and the Historic District Commission can be found in the ‘Public Notices’ section of the website in the blue menu bar at the top of the page.

 

For information pertaining to building inspections, please contact the Building & Safety Inspections as 810-766-7284.

NOTICE OF ZONING  ORDINANCE TEXT AMMENDMENT REVIEW

On September 12, 2023 the Planning Commission will evaluate proposed Text Amendments to the Zoning Code, specifically Article 11, Article 13, and Article 17, continuing from the August 22, 2023 meeting.

The proposed amendments can be  found in the document link below. The public is encouraged to send comments to [email protected]

With Markup: Draft Text Amendment 9-12-23

Without Markup: Draft Text Amendment 9-12-23

NOTICE OF ZONING  ORDINANCE MAP AMMENDMENT REVIEW

On September 12, 2023 the Planning Commission will evaluate proposed amendments to the Zoning Map. The selected parcels were determined by looking for parcels previously zoned commercial that went to a residential zoning type with the adoption of the current Zoning Ordinance. The Planning Commission will resume the Public Hearing on September 26th, 2023.

Draft Map Amendments 9-12-23

Proposed Parcel List 9-12-23

Draft Map Amendments with Changes 9-26-23

 

Quick Access

Common applications and resources.

Resource Description Actions
Application for Zoning Permit Decks, Fences, Accessory Structures, Pools, Spas, Dwellings, etc. including new construction, additions, and alterations. $375 for commercial properties/uses. No fee for residential properties. Open File | Download
Application for Sign Permit Sign Permit Applications require a $375 Fee. Please review Article 15 of the Zoning Code for City of Flint signage standards. Setbacks are required on location maps for ground mounted signs showing the distance to the nearest property lines. Open File | Download
Interactive Zoning Map Website Visit https://www.flintpropertyportal.com to use the interactive zoning map website. The User Guide can be viewed or downloaded by clicking the buttons to the right. Open File | Download
Article 8 – General Provisions Information on fencing, accessory structures, decks and patios, clear vision areas, swimming pools, etc. Open File | Download
CoF Zoning Code – Easy-Read Version City of Flint Zoning Code, easy-read version of Ordinance 220225 adopted Oct 29, 2022. Section titles in the Table of Contents on Page 1 are clickable. Open File | Download
Zoning Use Table Table of Uses permitted per zoning districts. Open File | Download
Zoning Districts Quick Reference Guide Summarized information for each of the City of Flint's zoning districts. Open File | Download

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.

Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code

Resource Description Actions
CoF Zoning Code – Easy-Read Version City of Flint Zoning Code, easy-read version of Ordinance 220225 adopted Oct 29, 2022. Section titles in the Table of Contents on Page 1 are clickable. Open File | Download
CoF Zoning Code – City Council Approved Ordinance 220225, adopted October 29, 2022. 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
Capital Improvements Plan – 2014-2020 Open File | Download
Imagine Flint Master Plan for a Sustainable Flint – Adopted 10/28/13 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

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Resource Description Actions
Capital Improvement Plan This document includes lists of projects provided by various departments throughout the City of Flint and organized by the Planning Department. The purpose of this document is to provide an overview of planned capital improvements within the city, allowing the Planning Commission to confirm that the proposed improvements are consistent with the goals of the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Open File | Download
Guide to Development A document detailing the various application review processes within the Department of Planning and Development. Open File | Download
Public Participation Plan A document designed to provide a framework for determining the appropriate type and amount of public participation required for various purposes, and also to identify a variety of communication and participation strategies that are appropriate based on the intended audience. This document applies to those bodies under the purview of the Department of Planning and Development. Open File | Download
Zoning Use Table Table of Uses permitted per zoning districts. Open File | Download
Article 8 – General Provisions Information on fencing, accessory structures, decks and patios, clear vision areas, swimming pools, etc. Open File | Download
Conceptual Meeting Checklist The Conceptual Meeting Checklist is a document designed to prepare applicants and staff for a predevelopment meeting. The purpose of these meetings 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. Meetings may be held in person or via Zoom. Open File | Download
Interactive Zoning Map Website Visit https://www.flintpropertyportal.com to use the interactive zoning map website. The User Guide can be viewed or downloaded by clicking the buttons to the right. Open File | Download
Zoning Map – October 29th, 2022 Open File | Download
CoF Zoning Code – Easy-Read Version City of Flint Zoning Code, easy-read version of Ordinance 220225 adopted Oct 29, 2022. Section titles in the Table of Contents on Page 1 are clickable. Open File | Download
CoF Zoning Code – City Council Approved Ordinance 220225, adopted October 29, 2022. Open File | Download
Application for Sign Permit Sign Permit Applications require a $375 Fee. Please review Article 15 of the Zoning Code for City of Flint signage standards. Setbacks are required on location maps for ground mounted signs showing the distance to the nearest property lines. Open File | Download
Application for Zoning Permit Decks, Fences, Accessory Structures, Pools, Spas, Dwellings, etc. including new construction, additions, and alterations. $375 for commercial properties/uses. No fee for residential properties. Open File | Download
Application for Zoning Coordinator Review New construction of principal buildings and Permitted and Accessory Uses not eligible for Zoning Permit Review. Open File | Download
Application for Zoning Confirmation Letter $125 per parcel, cash or check made out to City of Flint. Open File | Download
Application for Street Name Change Open File | Download
Application for Administrative Appeal/Interpretation Open File | Download
Application for Zoning Lot Open File | Download
Placebased Future Land Use Plan Open File | Download
Zoning Districts Quick Reference Guide Summarized information for each of the City of Flint's zoning districts. Open File | Download
Zoning Code Update Open File | Download
Application for Planned Sign Program Planned Sign Programs require a $375 fee. Open File | Download
Master Fee Schedule Open File | Download

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 5:30 PM in City Hall unless otherwise notified. The meeting is typically held in the the Dome Auditorium or Council Chambers and the meeting location will always be stated on the public notice and agenda for each meeting. The Public is welcome to attend.

Resource Description Actions
2023 Meeting Schedule – Planning Commission Open File | Download
Site Plan Review Checklist Full SPR checklist PDF. Open File | Download
Flowchart for Special Regulated Use Site Plan Review Open File | Download
Flowchart for Site Plan Review Open File | Download
Application for Site Plan Review Open File | Download
Application for Rezoning/Conditional Rezoning/Text Amendment Open File | Download
Application for Planned Unit Development Open File | Download
Application for Special Land Use/Additionally Regulated Uses Open File | Download
PC By-Laws Adopted 11/10/2020 Open File | Download
Planning Commission Roster For questions regarding the PC, please contact the Zoning Coordinator or Lead Planner. 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 in the Dome Auditorium or in Council Chambers. The Public is welcome.

Resource Description Actions
2023 Meeting Schedule – Zoning Board of Appeals Open File | Download
Application for Use Variance/Non-Use Variance/Exception $1,002 fee for commercial properties $626 fee for residential properties Open File | Download
ZBA By-Laws Open File | Download
Zoning Board of Appeals Roster For questions regarding the ZBA, please contact the Zoning Coordinator or Lead Planner. Open File | Download
ZBA Variance Procedure Information 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 in the Dome Auditorium on the first floor of the South Building. The Public is welcome.

Resource Description Actions
Certificate of Appropriateness Application Open File | Download
2023 Meeting Schedule – Historic District Commission Meeting dates and submission deadlines for the 2023 HDC schedule. Open File | Download
HDC By-Laws Open File | Download
Historic District Ordinance – Chapter 2, Article XIX Open File | Download
Secretary of the Interior’s Standards Open File | Download
Historic District Commission Roster Open File | Download
HDC Commissioner Application Application to join the City of Flint Historic District Commission. Please complete all sections and send the application with a resume to [email protected]. Open File | Download

Community and Neighborhood Resources

Resource Description Actions
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

Planning and Zoning Staff

Planning & Zoning
HOURS
Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Planning & Development Director
Emily Doerr
Email
Community and Economic Development Program Manager
Roy Lash
Interim Zoning Coordinator Ext. 3035
Max Lester
GIS Administrator / Planner Ext. 3027
Keizzy Anpalagan
Neighborhood Planner/ Planner I Ext. 3006
Dequan Allen
Parks Planner/ Planner I Ext. 3005
Gavin Bodnar

Additional Planning and Zoning Resources

Resource Description Actions
Capital Improvement Plan This document includes lists of projects provided by various departments throughout the City of Flint and organized by the Planning Department. The purpose of this document is to provide an overview of planned capital improvements within the city, allowing the Planning Commission to confirm that the proposed improvements are consistent with the goals of the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Open File | Download
Guide to Development A document detailing the various application review processes within the Department of Planning and Development. Open File | Download
Public Participation Plan A document designed to provide a framework for determining the appropriate type and amount of public participation required for various purposes, and also to identify a variety of communication and participation strategies that are appropriate based on the intended audience. This document applies to those bodies under the purview of the Department of Planning and Development. Open File | Download
MFLA License Renewal Date Change Application Application to align marihuana license renewal dates to a single date. Open File | Download
Zoning Use Table Table of Uses permitted per zoning districts. Open File | Download
Article 8 – General Provisions Information on fencing, accessory structures, decks and patios, clear vision areas, swimming pools, etc. Open File | Download
Certificate of Appropriateness Application Open File | Download
Conceptual Meeting Checklist The Conceptual Meeting Checklist is a document designed to prepare applicants and staff for a predevelopment meeting. The purpose of these meetings 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. Meetings may be held in person or via Zoom. Open File | Download
Submittal Guidelines Checklist A checklist of items required for the submission of any Group E, F, or G marihuana license application. Open File | Download
Interactive Zoning Map Website Visit https://www.flintpropertyportal.com to use the interactive zoning map website. The User Guide can be viewed or downloaded by clicking the buttons to the right. Open File | Download
Side Lot Disposition Flow Chart Open File | Download
Side Lot Disposition Application Open File | Download
City Owned Property Disposition Procedures Open File | Download
2023 Meeting Schedule – Historic District Commission Meeting dates and submission deadlines for the 2023 HDC schedule. Open File | Download
2023 Meeting Schedule – Planning Commission Open File | Download
2023 Meeting Schedule – Zoning Board of Appeals Open File | Download
Zoning Map – October 29th, 2022 Open File | Download
CoF Zoning Code – Easy-Read Version City of Flint Zoning Code, easy-read version of Ordinance 220225 adopted Oct 29, 2022. Section titles in the Table of Contents on Page 1 are clickable. Open File | Download
HDC By-Laws Open File | Download
Group E Marihuana Facilities SRU License Application Open File | Download
Group F Marihuana Facilities SRU License Application Open File | Download
Group G Marihuana Facilities SRU License Application Open File | Download
Marihuana Facility Location Confirmation Form Open File | Download
Marihuana Facilities Location Variance Form Open File | Download
Marihuana Facilities Change in Ownership Form Open File | Download
Site Plan Review Checklist Full SPR checklist PDF. Open File | Download
Flowchart for Special Regulated Use Site Plan Review Open File | Download
Flowchart for Site Plan Review Open File | Download
CoF Zoning Code – City Council Approved Ordinance 220225, adopted October 29, 2022. Open File | Download
Application for Sign Permit Sign Permit Applications require a $375 Fee. Please review Article 15 of the Zoning Code for City of Flint signage standards. Setbacks are required on location maps for ground mounted signs showing the distance to the nearest property lines. Open File | Download
Application for Zoning Permit Decks, Fences, Accessory Structures, Pools, Spas, Dwellings, etc. including new construction, additions, and alterations. $375 for commercial properties/uses. No fee for residential properties. Open File | Download
Application for Zoning Coordinator Review New construction of principal buildings and Permitted and Accessory Uses not eligible for Zoning Permit Review. Open File | Download
Application for Zoning Confirmation Letter $125 per parcel, cash or check made out to City of Flint. Open File | Download
Application for Use Variance/Non-Use Variance/Exception $1,002 fee for commercial properties $626 fee for residential properties Open File | Download
Application for Street Name Change Open File | Download
Application for Site Plan Review Open File | Download
Application for Rezoning/Conditional Rezoning/Text Amendment Open File | Download
Application for Planned Unit Development Open File | Download
Application for Administrative Appeal/Interpretation Open File | Download
Application for Special Land Use/Additionally Regulated Uses Open File | Download
Application for Zoning Lot Open File | Download
ZBA By-Laws Open File | Download
PC By-Laws Adopted 11/10/2020 Open File | Download
Historic District Ordinance – Chapter 2, Article XIX Open File | Download
Secretary of the Interior’s Standards Open File | Download
Application for Planning Commission ( Street Name Change / Street/Alley Vacations / Rezoning / Conditional Use / Conditional Rezoning ) 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
Previous Zoning Map Open File | Download
Zoning Confirmation / Verification Letter Request Open File | Download
Previous Zoning Ordinance Previous Zoning Ordinance, replaced by the current ordinance October 29, 2022, currently located on the Planning and Zoning page. 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
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
Zoning Districts Quick Reference Guide Summarized information for each of the City of Flint's zoning districts. Open File | Download
Zoning Code Update Open File | Download
Historic District Commission Roster 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
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
Application for Planned Sign Program Planned Sign Programs require a $375 fee. Open File | Download
HDC Commissioner Application Application to join the City of Flint Historic District Commission. Please complete all sections and send the application with a resume to [email protected]. Open File | Download
Permanent Marihuana Ordinance Ordinance No. 220380, adopted 10/29/2022. Open File | Download
ZBA Variance Procedure Information Open File | Download
Master Fee Schedule Open File | Download