Sherry Leno

This Comprehensive Plan aims to guide future development, land use, and township services for Apple Creek Township, a rural, agricultural-residential community. The plan is committed to preserving open space, rural character, and quality of life, and will be used to guide land use and zoning decisions, township infrastructure and road planning, subdivision review and development permitting, and coordination with Burleigh County and neighboring jurisdictions.

This Comprehensive Plan aims to protect Apple Creek Township's rural character, open spaces, and quiet, low-density living by establishing strong land use policies. It prioritizes agricultural-residential development, implements clear prohibitions on incompatible commercial and urban encroachment, and ensures the consistent application of these principles to maintain community stability. Key focus areas include preserving rural character and community values, defining land use and zoning policies, managing infrastructure and services, and guiding housing development.

This Comprehensive Plan for Apple Creek Township aims to preserve its rural environment, agricultural land, and open-space character. It focuses on maintaining community values through strict land use and zoning policies, including 5-acre minimum lot sizes and moratoriums on incompatible developments. Key areas include managing infrastructure and services, guiding housing development, and ensuring implementation through consistent ordinances and public engagement. The plan seeks to protect open space, quiet living, and freedom from urban and commercial encroachment, fostering a stable, low-density agricultural-residential community.

The Apple Creek Township Comprehensive Plan prioritizes preserving the township's rural nature, agricultural landscape, and community values. It focuses on maintaining low-density living with 5-acre minimum lot sizes, prohibiting commercial and industrial uses, and ensuring infrastructure supports existing residential and agricultural activities. The plan includes zoning policies to prevent incompatible land uses, maintain open spaces, and protect environmental resources, with regular reviews and public engagement to adapt to changing needs while upholding the community's rural character.