Planning staff seeks to simplify Muskegon form‑based code; commissioners recommend edits

Apr 17, 2026

Staff presented broad edits to the city's form‑based code to remove redundant or hard‑to‑enforce language and to transition the code into municipal code format; the Planning Commission recommended the changes to the City Commission after Q&A about sidewalks, pilasters and public‑realm guidance.

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Planning staff told the commission it has proposed an extensive update to the City of Muskegon's form‑based code to make the ordinance clearer and easier to use for developers and city staff.

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