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Planning commission backs rezoning of Peck Street corridor to form-based code

5586944 · August 14, 2025
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Summary

The Planning Commission recommended rezoning multiple Peck Street-area parcels from RM-1 and commercial districts to form-based code neighborhood edge or neighborhood core to bring nonconforming buildings into compliance and allow similar building types moving forward; commissioners noted parking and traffic concerns raised by residents.

The City of Muskegon Planning Commission on Aug. 14 recommended that the City Commission rezone a group of properties along Peck Street and nearby blocks from a mixture of RM-1 (low-density multi-family) and commercial districts to form-based code designations — primarily Neighborhood Edge with a small portion to Neighborhood Core.

Planning staff said many properties on Peck Street are legally nonconforming under their current RM-1 zoning because lots and buildings do not meet minimum lot size, width or setback requirements. Staff recommended…

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