Under the laws of the state of Michigan, together with Egelston Township Board Resolution of December 20, 1965, the duties, functions and authority of the Egelston Township Zoning Board and Planning Commission were combined and placed under the direction of the Egelston Township Planning Commission.

It shall be the duty of the Planning Commission to study the Township from its commercial, industrial, social, economic and agricultural phases. From its study and continued concern with such matters, the commission periodically and continually reviews the basic plan of the Township known as the "Egelston Township general development guide," reviews this chapter and map of the community, recommends on a continuing basis to the Township Board any changes or revisions in the same that should be accomplished, and holds statutory hearings on requested changes in zoning and submits recommendations regarding same to the Township Board. In addition, the Planning Commission, by this chapter, and in accordance with state law, has sole responsibility for decisions regarding site plans, special land uses and planned unit developments which may be submitted for the development of land in accordance with this chapter.

The Planning Commission may for purposes enumerated in this chapter engage such employees, including technical assistance as it may require, with the concurrence of the Township Board. In making determinations or creating conditions for site plan, special land use or planned unit development approval or permits, the Planning Commission may use and apply nationally and statewide recognized standards, performance standards, codes, model regulations and ordinances, and shall maintain a record and library of such standards and material for continual use. The said records shall be available for public inspection at any and all times. Copies of said materials shall be supplied to any persons requesting the same at cost.