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Planning and Zoning Commission
Powers and Duties:
The Planning and Zoning Commission was created in accordance with Subchapter 211.007 of Texas Local Government Code. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall be an advisory body to the City Council and shall make recommendations regarding amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, changes of zoning and permanent zoning to be given to newly annexed areas, and shall make recommendations regarding the approval of the plats of subdivisions as may be submitted to it by the City Council. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall make no less than an annual study of the City’s Comprehensive Plan and be prepared to make such recommendations to the City Council as deemed necessary to keep the City’s Comprehensive Plan with the needs and uses of the City. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall serve in an advisory capacity on any planning related item(s) in the City.
Number of Members:
Five (5) members and two (2) alternates
Term:
Two years
Meetings:
Third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m., if needed, or as called by the Chairperson or requested by the City Manager or designated official.
Qualifications:
- A resident of the City of Highland Village
- Qualified to be a registered voter of the City of Highland Village
Method of Appointment:
By City Council