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Cascade Township to host open houses on proposed zoning ordinance overhaul

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Cascade Township residents will have an opportunity to share comments and concerns involving proposed changes to a zoning ordinance

Cascade Township wants to update its zoning ordinance, citing outdated rules no longer reflecting the community’s current goals.

Proposed ordinance changes have been met with opposition by some who say the changes discourage the development of affordable housing, rental units, and promote exclusivity.

Other residents and board members say the new ordinance is necessary for aligning with the township’s current master plan and preserving the character of the community.

The proposed ordinance also limits density increases in areas where water and sewer infrastructure aren’t already available.

The four open house events will take place from 1-3 p.m. and 4:30-6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 17th and from 1-3 p.m. and 4:30-6:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 8th.

All events will happen at the Wisner Center at the Kent District Library’s Cascade Branch.

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Dave joined WGVU Public Media in November of 2023 after eighteen years as a Michigan Association of Broadcasters Emmy-nominated photojournalist and editor at Grand Rapids' WOOD TV8 and three years at WEYI TV25 in Flint, Michigan. As a General Assignment Reporter, Dave covers daily news and community events all over West Michigan.
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