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The land development process, whether simple (adding a shed in the backyard) or complex, involves different types of review procedures. The procedures from the Town's zoning code are listed below along with others that relate to the land develoment process. You'll find details and additional resources in each one.

If you're not sure what reviews are required, contact us and tell us more about your project. We're happy to help you figure it out.


Zoning
Administrative Appeal Any person can appeal an administrative decision to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Show Less Show More Backyard Chickens A permit issued by the Zoning Administrator is needed for backyard chickens. Show Less Show More Bee Keeping A permit issued by the Zoning Administrator is needed for keeping of bees. Show Less Show More Code Amendment The Town can amend the zoning text and map (rezoning). Show Less Show More Code Interpretation A code interpretation is a formal determination for how a provision in the zoning code is applied in general terms or in a particular situation. Show Less A code interpretation is a formal determination for how a provision in the zoning code is applied in general terms or in a pa... Show More Conditional Use A conditional use is a land use that is not automatically allowed in a particular zoning district, but may be allowed following a case-by-case review and determination. Show Less A conditional use is a land use that is not automatically allowed in a particular zoning district, but may be allowed followi... Show More Conversion of a Nonconforming Use The conversion of a nonconforming use to another nonconforming use may be allowed so long as the proposed use is less nonconforming. Show Less The conversion of a nonconforming use to another nonconforming use may be allowed so long as the proposed use is less nonconf... Show More Sign Permit Review Various types of signs must be reviewed to make sure they comply with the sign code requirements. Show Less Show More Site Plan Site plan review is required for commercial, institutional, and industrial projects and for many conditional uses. The operation of the business and overall design of the site are the primary focus - the relationship of buildings to the site and other features, the flow of pedestrians and traffic within the project and beyond the borders of the project. Show Less Site plan review is required for commercial, institutional, and industrial projects and for many conditional uses. The opera... Show More Special Exception A special exception allows for a minor deviation from a generally applicable development standard. Show Less Show More Temporary Use Permit The Zoning Administrator is authorized to approve various temporary uses as listed in the zoning code. Show Less Show More Variance A property owner can submit a variance application seeking approval to not follow one or more standard in the zoning code. Show Less Show More Wind Energy System Review Show Less Show More Wireless Telecommunication - Class 1 Collocation and New Tower New telecommunication towers and collocations that constitute a substantial modification are subject to public review. Show Less Show More Wireless Telecommunication - Class 2 Collocation A Class 2 collocation is not a substantial modification and is therefore not subject to public review. Show Less Show More Zoning Permit A zoning permit is required of most kinds of projects. When a zoning permit is required, all other required reviews must occur first. Zoning permits are reviewed by the zoning administrator. Show Less A zoning permit is required of most kinds of projects. When a zoning permit is required, all other required reviews must occu... Show More
Land Division
Affidavit of Correction An affidavit of correction is a legal instrument that is used to correct or otherwise modify a subdivision plat or certified survey map (CSM). The Town must approve any changes relating to areas dedicated to the public or any restrictions for the public benefit. Show Less An affidavit of correction is a legal instrument that is used to correct or otherwise modify a subdivision plat or certified ... Show More Condominium Plat A condominium plat is used to create a condominium where owners own specific units and share ownership of the common elements. Show Less A condominium plat is used to create a condominium where owners own specific units and share ownership of the common element... Show More Minor Land Division (Certified Survey Map) A certified survey map (CSM) is a map that is generally used to create fewer than 5 lots. A CSM can also be used to merge two adjoining lots or modify adjoining lot lines. Show Less A certified survey map (CSM) is a map that is generally used to create fewer than 5 lots. A CSM can also be used to merge two... Show More Subdivision - Final Plat A final subdivision plat shows the proposed/approved layout of lots in a subdivision. The lots are legally created when the approved final plat is recorded at the county's register of deeds office. Show Less A final subdivision plat shows the proposed/approved layout of lots in a subdivision. The lots are legally created when the a... Show More Subdivision - Preliminary Plat A preliminary subdivision plat is a map showing the layout of a proposed subdivision and other required information that is submitted for purposes of review and approval. Show Less A preliminary subdivision plat is a map showing the layout of a proposed subdivision and other required information that is ... Show More