Feb 12, 2026
How Developers “Hold the Community Accountable” Developers do not “hold the community accountable” politically — they hold municipalities accountable legally and contractually. Here’s how that works: 1. Vested Rights Once a project is approved under existing zoning,...
Feb 10, 2026
February 2026 Height Memo for Planning Commission 2.2.26 3 Pages – Heights and regulations in CBD and in Residential neighborhoods vary in many ways, many are still confused why we want to review the Heights subject again. So for many of us that are...
Feb 5, 2026
Who Decides the Future of Harbor Springs? Dear Friends, In recent months we have written about many specific issues in Harbor Springs — zoning tables, ARC thresholds, parking requirements, consultants, memos, timelines, trees being planted on State Road and planning...
Jan 30, 2026
Dear Readers, We know there are a lot of details to sort out – and through – but to get it right, thats what needs to be paid attention to. Opening Thought: Clear zoning language is not about stopping development. It is about making sure that what...
Jan 22, 2026
Let’s have the conversation again. What are your thoughts ? Responsibility To ensure correct decision-making, adherence to State Law and the City Charter, and to avoid placing the City and its inhabitants and taxpayers at risk. While we are going to discuss...
