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Planning Department

The Planning Company, LLC is Baldwin Township's designated planning official, staffs our Planning Department and oversees Baldwin Township's development related activities and zoning administration to ensure that land uses are consistent with the Town’s long and short term goals and objectives.

The Planning Department serves as the Town Staff liaison to the Planning Commission and reports to the Town Board on land use issues. They also work with the Park Committee on park development issues and historic sites. One of the most important elements of the Planning Department’s role is providing information and assistance to residents, local businesses and developers.

The Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Ordinance and other development regulations are prepared by the Planning Commission and adopted by the Town Board to be used by Town staff in processing and review of development applications for land subdivisions, new development and redevelopment.  To view the planning process click here.

Comprehensive Plan

Baldwin Township's Comprehensive Plan provides a guide for how the community will continue grow and develop in the next 20 years. The Comprehensive Plan is generally updated every ten years or as significant issues arise to reflect changing conditions.

  • Residential growth
  • Commercial development
  • Office / Industrial development
  • Sewer and Water utilities
  • Parks and open space
  • Transportation

Development Regulations

The Comprehensive Plan serves as the guideline for Baldwin's Zoning Ordinance. In accordance with the Comprehensive Plan, the Town established specific areas for residential, commercial, and industrial development with performance standards applicable to each type of property and use. All new development and existing land uses in Baldwin must comply with the Zoning Ordinance. Requests to divide property must also comply with the procedures and requirements of the Subdivision Ordinance and engineering review.

Contact the Township Planner with questions.

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