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Regulated Woodland Map Update
Public Comments Welcome & Encouraged
Native woodlands are considered one of the most valuable natural
resources within the City of Novi. The Woodland Protection section
of the City’s Ordinance is dedicated to the protection, conservation
and management of these wooded areas. The provisions contained in
the ordinance have allowed for the preservation, enhancement and
creation of woodlands existing in Novi today. The City also
maintains a Regulated Woodland Map that serves as a general guide
toward environmentally sound and responsible land development.
 During the past year, City
staff and consultants completed an extensive assessment of the
City’s woodlands. A revised regulated woodland map has been
completed and is available for public review. Along with the revised
mapping, we have proposed an update to the City’s Woodland
Protection Ordinance. The goal was to further clarify woodland
regulations and processes. The proposed ordinance features better
measures to preserve the natural beauty of our community, while
still protecting personal property rights.
The City’s Planning Commission recently held a public hearing to
review the proposed map and ordinance revisions. The Planning
Commission unanimously voted to recommend approval of the updated
map and ordinance by the Novi City Council. The City Council will be
considering the proposed improvements during their January meeting.
Once approved by the Council, the adopted mapping and ordinance will
be available through the office of the City Clerk and on the City of
Novi website.
Public comment on the map and ordinance is welcome. For further
information, please contact Community Development, Novi Civic
Center, or contact the City’s Landscape Architect, David Beschke,
RLA, at 248-735-5621.
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