Planning & Zoning

Mission

To encourage life long education for all members of the community
To foster a healthier community through the provision of recreational opportunities for all citizens
To foster a win/win approach to leadership so that the community as a whole gains over the long term
To foster and support a healthy economic base
To foster teamwork, cooperation and partnership among the community's private and public entities and its citizens
To identify and protect Valencia County’s past and present assets as a basis upon which to build the future
To proactively foster a county that is safe and affordable through the efficient and effective provision of public and private services
To protect and enhance the natural environment in and around Valencia County
To provide leadership for recognizing and responding to strategic opportunities
To support and encourage inclusiveness within the changing population of Valencia County in regard to age and cultural and ethnic background for the betterment of the community

Duties & Responsibilities

Assist the Board of Commissioners with issues related to Planning
Assist the Planning and Zoning Commission with issues related to Land Use Planning
Develop and update the Comprehensive Plan
Gather and interpret land use data
Review and approve Business licenses and Mobile home permits
Update ordinances related to land use planning including Zoning and subdivision ordinances. Review land use proposals and make recommendations