Community Planning

Overview

Under general direction from the Community Development Director, the Town Planner oversees the planning department consisting of development and annexation proposals, as well as right of way permits, and zoning classification. Regional planning issues and concerns are addressed through participation in various regional planning organizations and collaboration with neighboring communities. The goal of the Town of Severance Planning Department is to create a high quality, sustainable and equitable community by establishing and managing the standards for development.

Responsibilities

Department responsibilities include: Annexations, Master Plans, Subdivision Plats, Site Plan Reviews, Mapping and Addressing Services, and the preparation & maintenance of the Town’s Comprehensive Plan. In addition, the department makes recommendations for appropriate zoning classifications for all annexations, studies and recommends amendments to zoning maps, oversees zoning, rezoning, and conditional use permits.