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Commissioners outline zoning overhaul steps, propose single conditional-use permit and staged fees
Summary
The commission discussed proposed changes to the county’s zoning/conditional-use permit process including higher application fees, staged nonrefundable payments tied to project milestones, longer review periods, and creation of a zoning board.
Emmons County commissioners discussed a multi-part plan to update the county zoning ordinance and conditional use permit (CUP) process to avoid rushed decisions and clarify review steps.
Staff and several commissioners recommended consolidating disparate permit types into a single conditional-use permit framework with clear stages and fee schedules. Commissioners discussed model provisions used by Sheridan and Dunn counties: a nonrefundable application fee (examples cited: $250–$600), a defined…
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