• Analysis of the standards of each community is an essential step in the orderly development of land. These are most commonly codified into Comprehensive Plans, Zoning and Land Use Ordinances, Subdivision and Public Improvement Ordinances, Property Maintenance Codes, Signs, Landscaping Standards, Architectural Appearance, Annexation Policies, and Environmental Restrictions.
  
  

• Every local body of government is different. Each reflects that community's character, hopes, dreams, and experiences (both good and bad). The Ordinances of a community define its standards and values in a way that is unique to each development.  
  
  

• Thorough knowledge of these documents is critical to a client's efficient application of resources. The cost and potential returns of any development are directly linked to these requirements. 

Typical easy-to-read Municipal Ordinance

At Integrated Planning Services we typically provide the following Document Review services:

• Acquire and analyze the various municipal documents which apply to development and identify those which conflict with the client's vision of  the property or have unusual financial impact.
  
  
• Where these occur, consult with the client to evaluate alternative solutions. Where departures from municipal standards may be appropriate ('variations'), provide ordinance-based arguments in support of those variations.
  
  
• Throughout the planning process, advise the client  of municipal documents  and policies that may affect the development, and propose to the client cost-effective solutions. 
  
  
• In annexation situations, work closely with the client's attorney to ensure that the language of the Annexation Agreement is consistent with the plans and exhibits.