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Planning Commission Minutes – March 23, 2023 3 <br /> <br />Mr. Gust stated that the townships need to start understanding that there is a two-part process, <br />one applying for a subdivision application, then applying for a building permit. <br />Further explanation regarding the differences of the zoning process, subdivision process and <br />work being done at the Cass County Assessor’s office. <br />Mr. Gust said there needs to be an educational process for the township even though Cass <br />County does attend township meetings, explaining the process, but there is not a lot of interest <br />in learning or understanding what is required. <br />Mr. Johnson said there is a lack of communication between departments at Cass County. He also <br />mentioned that the zoning process and subdivision process are one in the same but was told <br />they are completely separate entities or to update the policy including the Assessor’s office. It <br />was stated that the process does not need to be updated because it’s a separate entity and the <br />Assessors are looking at properties for tax purposes, not if it is a new build. <br />Mr. Gust explained further that the reason for these our policy is to control and have a handle <br />on what is going on in the county, including making sure there is access for emergency services, <br />flood control etc. <br />It was recommended that the Johnson’s go back to the seller to obtain a deed restriction as its <br />more of the responsibility of the seller to ensure this is done. Mr. Gust suggested they would <br />have a good legal case against the 3rd part trust. <br />Upon hearing no additional public comments, the public hearing was closed. <br />MOTION, passed <br />Dr. Mahoney moved, and Mr. Veit seconded to accept the findings and <br />recommendations of staff and recommend denial to the County Commission of the <br />subdivision application with variance as the proposal does not meet the goals and <br />objectives of the Cass County Comprehensive Plan, the Cass County Highway Access <br />Plan, the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance, the Cass County Subdivision Ordinance, <br />and all other applicable regulations. <br />On a roll call vote with all in favor, motion carried. <br /> <br />F. NEW BUSINESS <br /> <br />G. OLD BUSINESS <br /> <br />H. ADJOURNMENT <br />On motion by Mr. Gust seconded by Mr. Gohdes and all voting in favor, the meeting was adjourned at <br />8:15 am. <br /> <br />Minutes prepared by Lisa Shasky, Principal Secretary, Cass County Highway Department.