About kentwood planning department
The Planning Department is responsible for all planning and zoning services in the City. This department is actively involved with the City Commission, Planning Commission, Housing Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals and the Economic Development Corporation.The Planning Department provides assistance and information in the following areas:
- Review of all development proposals
- Zoning information
- Master planning functions for the City
- Temporary open-air permits
- Sign permits
- Fence permits
- Economic development
- Structures and Improvements Plan (Click here for current plan: 2021 - 2027)
- Housing Rehabilitation Program
- Non-Motorized Facilities Plan
TEMPORARY OUTDOOR BUSINESS EXPANSION APPLICATION Now Available
In an effort to support Kentwood businesses and jumpstart the local economy, the City of Kentwood has reduced regulations and expedited the site plan review process for temporary outdoor retail, food, beverage and personal service uses. Learn more here.
home Business Resources
Here is a link to Small Business/Home Business Resources.
Contact
616.554.0707
ePlanning@Kentwood.us