Planning And Zoning
The Hickory Creek Planning and Zoning Commission advises the Town Council on matters concerning development issues of the Town. These may include zoning and zoning changes, planning, subdivision control, regulations under the Town’s zoning ordinances, and review and make recommendations concerning annexation of land into the town.
This commission also strives to identify community needs and to advise the city council of their short range and long range implications for the total development of the town; to recommend achievable community goals as a basis for long range planning and development programs; to recommend plans, programs, and policies that will aid the entire community in achieving it’s defined goals; and, to interpret the adopted plans and programs to concerned citizens so that private activities and desires may be accomplished in harmony with public needs and policies.
Other important duties of the planning and zoning commission are to formulate and recommend a comprehensive plan for the orderly growth and development of the town and its environment, and from time-to-time recommend any changes in the plan that will facilitate the movement of people and goods, and the health, recreation, safety, and general welfare of the citizens of the Town. Also the commission is charged with keeping itself informed with references to the progress of city planning in other cities and counties throughout the State of Texas, and other states, and recommend improvements in the adopted plans of the town.
The Planning and Zoning Commission meets on the first Wednesday of the month. Workshops and special meetings are occasionally held during the month.