EMMET COUNTY MASTER PLAN 2021-2025 Financial assistance for this project was provided, in part, by the Michigan Coastal Management Program, Water Resources Division, Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy under the National Coastal Zone Management Program, through a grant from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce. RESOLUTION of November 5,2020 EMMET COTINTY MASTER PLAN EMMET COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION WHEREAS: The Emmet County Planning Commission held a public meeting on November l, 2018 during which they approved a motion to update the Emmet County Master Plan, and WHEREAS: the Emmet County Board of Commissioners passed a motion authorizing the Coastal Zone Management Grant Agreement which allowed the preparation of the Emmet County Master Plan, and WHEREAS: financial assistance for this project was provided, in part, by the Michigan Coastal Management Program, Water Resources Division, Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy under the National Coastal Zone Management Program, through a grant from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, and WHEREAS: agendas and minutes of all meetings, as well as drafts of the Master Plan have been posted to the County of Emmet website throughout the planning process, and WHEREAS: the Emmet County Board of Commissioners, on May 21,2020, authorized distribution of the Draft Emmet County Master Plan as required by the Michigan Planning Enabling Act, and WHEREAS: a Public Hearing was held on October 1,2020 by this Planning Commission, and WHEREAS: the Emmet County Master Plan202l-2025 meets all the requirements of Public Act 33 of 2008, as amended. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: That this Emmet County Planning Commission recommends approval of the updated Master Plan dated 2021-2025 to the Emmet County Board of Commissioners. SIGNED ／ 峡 /乙 5 アθtt0 JOHN EBY, IRMAN,EM COUNTY PLANNING COMMISS10N Contributors Emmet County Master Plan Emmet County Board of Commissioners Emmet County Planning Commission Bill Shorter, Chair John Eby, Chair Toni Drier, Vice-Chair Thomas Urman, Vice-Chair Neil Ahrens James Scott, Secretary Charles MacInnis Kelly Alexander James Kargol David Laughbaum David White Toni Drier Izzy Lyman Charles MacInnis James Kargol Lauri Hartmann Emmet County Township, City Village Officials Various Emmet County Township, City and Village Officials Emmet County Office of Planning, Zoning, & Construction Resources Tammy Doernenburg, Director Nancy Salar, Assistant Planner Monica Linehan, Administrative Assistant Becky Pettenger, Administrative Assistant Emmet County Office of Communications and Web Development Stacy Cox With assistance of McKenna Associates, Planning Consultant Special thanks to Charlie MacInnis for providing many photographs used in this Master Plan Financial assistance provided, in part, by the Michigan Coastal Management Program, Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy, through the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as amended, administered by the Office for Coastal Management, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. 1 Table of Contents Introduction Chapter 1: Socioeconomic Profile Chapter 2: Agricultural, Natural and Cultural Resources Chapter 3: Public Facilities and Collaboration Chapter 4: Transportation Chapter 5: Housing Chapter 6: Land Use Chapter 7: Zoning Plan Chapter 8: Resiliency Chapter 9: Action Plan APPENDICIES……………………...…………………………………….....................................................................111 A ………….Future Land Use Map B…………..Community Survey Summary Photo 1 Aerial Harbor Point & Harbor Springs area 2 Introduction Statement of Vision Emmet County is a place where natural beauty and economic opportunity harmonize in a desirable and sustainable community. The county appeals to both year-round and seasonal resort residents, maintaining its reputation as a world-class resort and tourist destination. Emmet County land development is guided to complement and enhance the natural beauty and landscape for which it is famous. Parks and open spaces abound and wildlife populations are visible and healthy. Emmet County offers outstanding opportunities to the outdoor enthusiast for camping, biking, hunting, fishing and other outdoor recreation. Sustainable family farms are a vital part of the landscape, community and local economy. The abundance of clean air and water add to the beautiful scenery, promoting a sense of pride and belonging. Emmet County will continue to be a desirable place to live, work and learn. Our educational system is first class, starting from day care through the public school districts and on to our community college and University Center. Arts and entertainment programs in the county provide inspiration, entertainment and opportunities for expression. Emmet County’s economy is vibrant and diverse, with an appealing mix of healthy local retailers, services and light industry. Residents enjoy the highest quality in health care, public safety, law enforcement and fire protection services. Transportation is safe, efficient and multi-dimensional. Roads and highways are well maintained on a scale appropriate for the size of our community. Some seasonal congestion is recognized as a fact-of-life and taken in stride as part of the relaxed lifestyle in a resort community. Relief from congestion by alternative modes of transportation is available through the county’s comprehensive network of recreational trails. They offer easy access to safe and convenient transportation for people of all ages, by separating them from the hazards of the roadway. Finally, Emmet County’s citizens value and celebrate its history. From the well-known Petoskey stones that were created millions of years ago through the glacial creation of the landscape, the rich history of Native Americans and the development of the area as part of the Northwest Territory and later the State of Michigan, the heritage of the area is treasured and respected, groups and individuals work hard to preserve and share the natural and cultural history of Emmet County. Emmet County emmetcounty.org Organized in 1853, Emmet County is approximately 483 square miles in area and encompasses nearly 309,228 acres of land, rivers, lakes and streams. There are 28 separate governmental jurisdictions and 180 elected officials within the county. The county shares jurisdictions with two cities, three 3 Introduction incorporated villages, 16 townships, five school districts, North Central Michigan College, Char-Em ISD, Emmet County Road Commission and the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians. What is a Master Plan? The Emmet County Master Plan is a guiding document created in accordance with the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act, PA 110 of 2006. This Master Plan, partially funded through the Coastal Zone Management Program, includes a complete review of our Lake Michigan shoreline. Another document, entitled “Planning for Coastal and Climate Trends”, is a part of this document, by reference. This Master Plan guides land-use decisions in the 12 townships under the zoning jurisdiction of Emmet County. The plan guides the Planning Commission in its work for the next 5 to 10 years. Planning in Emmet County 1967 • Planning Commission Created 1971 • First Master Plan adopted 1972 • Zoning Ordinance first adopted 2004 • Land Use Inventory Conducted 2018 • Lake Michigan Shoreline Resiliency Workshop held 2019 • Citizen Survey conducted 2019 • Three community open houses held 2019 • Two focus groups held Planning in Emmet County has been part of its history since the 1960s. The last four activities listed above were conducted in preparation of this Emmet County Master Plan. The input from the participants shows that the qualities citizens value most are natural resources and environment, followed by recreation options and the small town feel/sense of community. Citizens desire a community that is less congested and busy. They find the quality of schools, the quality of public safety and the availability of medical care appealing. Concerns were also revealed: limited housing choices, road maintenance issues, traffic congestion, lack of downtown parking and lack of access to public transit. Shoreline and beach protection and inland lake preservation were ranked as the highest priorities for conservation and sustainability over the next five to ten years. Shoreline resiliency is vital to our economy, our conservation of resources and our quality of life. The majority of those surveyed agreed parks, trails, open space and recreational programs are vital to our community. 4 Chapter 1: Socioeconomic Profile Regional Setting Lake Michigan shoreline creates the 68-mile western border of the county. Two major highways traverse Emmet County: US-131 running north and south connecting in Petoskey to US-31 which runs westerly and north to Mackinaw City. The Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians have governmental properties and tribal trust lands within Emmet County. Map 1-1 5 Chapter 1: Socioeconomic Profile Population Map 1-2 6 Chapter 1: Socioeconomic Profile Neighboring County Population Comparison Figure 1-1 compares the population of Emmet County with neighboring counties to the east, south and west/southwest. The population of Emmet County has increased each decade, with a slower increase during this century. Some neighboring counties have experienced population decline. Emmet County must be aware of these trends as we plan for our future. Population Comparison