Garfield Township, Bay County

Master Plan Update

Adopted by the Garfield Township Planning Commission on May 17, 2010.

Introduction and Executive Summary....1
- Regional Setting
- Authority
- Purpose
- Public Involvement
- Executive Summary
Existing Land Use....5
- Introduction
- Survey Methodology
- Land Use Characteristics
Natural Features Assessment....9
- Introduction
- Topography
- Woodlands
- Soil Conditions
- Wind Resources
Socioeconomic Profile....13
- Introduction
- Population Profile
- Housing Profile
- Income Profile
- Employment Profile
Transportation, Utilities and Services Assessment....23
- Introduction
- Transportation
- Public Utilities and Services
Goals and Objectives....27
- Introduction
- Goals and Objectives Defined
- Basis for the Goals and Objectives
- Goals and Objectives
Future Land Use Plan....35
- Introduction
- Plan Recommendations
- Zoning Plan
Implementation Resources....41
- Introduction
- Public Support of the Master Plan
- Zoning Ordinance
- Enforcement
- Capital Improvements Program
- Planning Education
- Funding Opportunities
- 5-Year Master Plan Review
Appendix: Mapping....47

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