Madison Comprehensive Plan & Zoning Resolution
Madison Township, OH
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Established in 1812 as the first settlement in Licking County, Madison Township takes pride in its peaceful lifestyle within a safe community that cherishes its history, envisions a stable future, and strives to be an inviting place to call home. In an effort to guide future development policy decisions and avoid haphazard development that could jeopardize the best interest of its residents, Madison Township partnered with Neighborhood Strategies to craft a Comprehensive Plan and develop a Zoning Resolution that include both short-term and long-term recommendations and implementation strategies.
2026
Location
Licking County, OH
Expertise
Comprehensive Planning
Zoning Resolution Development
Community Engagement
GIS Mapping
Planning Future Land Use to be Mutually Beneficial to Developers & Residents
Our team presented a Comprehensive Plan that advocates for development that balances growth with the preservation of historic and natural resources. It encourages connectivity between developments, incorporates open space conservation, and suggests identifying natural areas and needs for parks and recreation. It calls for developers to support necessary infrastructure, including surface and active transportation projects, while prioritizing walkability and collaboration on future improvements.
Updating Zoning to Regulate Madison's Vision for Future Growth
Madison's modernized zoning resolution is designed to enhance public health, safety, and welfare and align with the Township's Comprehensive Plan for future development. The resolution divides the unincorporated area into districts, including residential, agricultural, business, manufacturing, and conservation zones, with regulations for land use, development, and floodplain overlays. It also establishes zoning administrative procedures and duties, enforcement guidelines, and general development requirements.