1.

It is the purpose of this chapter to require a site plan review and impact assessment approval for certain buildings, structures and uses which are expected to impact the public health, welfare and safety in relationship to natural resources, stormwater runoff, utilities, landscaping, traffic patterns, adjacent parcels, signs and the character of future development. It is the purpose of the impact assessment report to accompany a site plan and specifically address the anticipated impact of a proposed use on the natural features, economic climate, social environment, public infrastructure and public services in the Village of Fowlerville.

2.

The standards of this ordinance apply to both new and existing development including grading, parking, storage, lighting, fencing, signage, building construction and demolition.

3.

No permit shall be issued for any type of construction, renovation, erection, expansion and/or change in use or occupancy requiring site plan or plat approval except in accordance with the standards of this chapter.

4.

The regulations contained in this ordinance are intended to allow reasonable use of property while assuring longterm community benefits such as:

a.

Promotion of safe and convenient traffic movement, both within a site and in relation to access streets;

b.

Promotion of harmonious relationships of buildings, structures, and uses, both within a site and with adjacent sites;

c.

Conservation and protection of natural amenities and resources, both above and below ground;

d.

Preservation of the integrity of the utility system in the Village of Fowlerville; and

e.

Preservation of wetlands, woodlands and wildlife areas.

(Ord. No. 346, § 2401, 6-19-2000)