City of Janesville - Permit Center | Comprehensive Plan Amendment

Comprehensive Plan Amendment

Description The comprehensive plan describes the City's overall vision for growth and development. It may be amended from time to time to reflect new challenges or opportunities.

Decisionmakers The Plan Commission makes a recommendation and the City Council makes the final decision

Appeals The City Council's decision can be appealed to the circuit court.

Application Fee

$1,500

Upcoming Meetings

Plan Commission - Second Meeting in December

Date Reviewed:

2024-12-17T00:00:00Z

Filing Deadline:

2024-11-25T22:00:00Z

Plan Commission - First Meeting in January

Date Reviewed:

2025-01-07T00:00:00Z

Filing Deadline:

2024-12-16T22:00:00Z

Plan Commission - Second Meeting in January

Date Reviewed:

2025-01-21T00:00:00Z

Filing Deadline:

2024-12-30T22:00:00Z

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Calendar Notes
1. In order for an application to be heard on a given meeting date, the application (including forms, fees, plans, reports, etc.) must be submitted AND deemed complete by City staff on or before the corresponding submittal date. Because of that, you may want to submit your application before the submittal date. That way, we may be able to let you know if anything is missing and you'll have some time to perhaps get it done before the deadline.
2. Meeting dates and their corresponding submittal dates are subject to change.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is a determination of completeness?

When we receive a development application, staff will review the materials to make sure the application submittal is complete and ready for formal review. If an application submittal is not complete, staff will notify the applicant and describe the parts that are not complete.

A determination that an application is complete means the application is ready for formal review and does not suggest the applicant has provided sufficient information in all regards or preclude the reviewing authority from requesting additional information it deems appropriate.

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The review process for a development application includes a public hearing. What's that?

A public hearing is intended to allow the petitioner the opportunity to describe their proposed project and interested parties the opportunity to share their concerns with the reviewing authority. While all public comments are welcome, speakers should focus on those elements of the project that are within the review authority's scope of authority. Consistent with established policies, public comments may be limited in duration to make sure everyone can be heard.

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If I submit an application and it is not approved, can I get my application fee back?

Application fees are not refundable. They are intended to cover the costs necessary to review the application.

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Can a decision of the City Council be appealed?

Yes; appeals are made to the circuit court and generally must be filed with the court soon after the decision has been made.

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What is a neighborhood meeting?

Any development project that has the potential of significantly changing the nature of a neighborhood, should include a neighborhood meeting before the project is submitted to the City for formal review. The intent is for the developer to present the proposed plan to those living in the area and establish a dialogue so that neighbors can ask questions and share any concerns. Having heard the feedback, the developer is then able to modify their proposal and/or provide additional information with their application that is submitted for formal review. The following types of projects generally benefit: a significant change in the zoning of a parcel, planned development district, significant change to the City's comprehensive plan, multi-family projects with more than 10 dwelling units, and subdivisions with more than 15 lots.

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Primary Staff Contact

Brian Schweigl, Senior Planner

608-755-3188

[email protected]

About Reviewers

The following are involved in the review of this type of application.

The City Council is the governing body of the City of Janesville and is responsible for making decisions on local policies, budgets, and ordinances. The council also reviews certain types of development projects. The council consists of 7 members who are elected to two-year, overlapping terms.

The Plan Commission is a 7-member body established by the City Council to review certain development projects and act on other matters. Depending on the type of the development proposal, the commission may be advisory to the City Council or have the authority to make the final decision. Two members also serve on the City Council; the remaining members are city residents.

The Development Assistance Group (DAG) is a staff-level committee that meets with developers, architects, engineers, and other interested parties who want early feedback on a potential development proposal. Staff represent the Planning Division, Building Division, Engineering Division, and the fire department.

Planning staff provides technical support to the City Council, Plan Commission, Historic Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, developers, neighbors, and other interested parties to facilitate the development review process.

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Everyone involved in reviewing development projects help ensure they align with City regulations and long-term planning goals to foster positive growth and development.

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