Development Applications
Municipal Planning Commission Application
Planning something new in Stanton? Most development projects require a Municipal Planning Commission Application before they can be approved. Fill out the form and include the sections that apply to your project type—such as rezoning, site plan review, or subdivision plat.
Submitting the right sections with complete information helps keep your project moving smoothly through review. Not sure which parts you need? Contact the Planning Department and we’ll guide you through it.
* This Application is required for all submissions.
Zoning Change Application & Checklist
A zoning change—also called a rezoning—modifies the official zoning district that applies to your property. This can affect the types of uses allowed, building height, setbacks, density, and other development standards.
Property owners typically request a zoning change to allow a different use of the land or to support a new development project. All requests are reviewed by Town staff, the Planning Commission, and the Board of Mayor and Aldermen through a public process that includes public notice and hearings.
A zoning change requires:
- A completed Municipal Planning Commission Application
- A description of the proposed zoning district
- A site plan or concept plan (if required)
- Justification explaining why the change is in the community’s best interest
Zoning changes must be consistent with the Town’s Comprehensive Plan and not negatively impact surrounding properties.
- Rezoning Application
- Rezoning Checklist
Site Plan Application & Checklist
A Site Plan Application is required for most new developments, major additions, or significant site changes in the Town of Stanton. It provides the Planning Commission and staff with a detailed layout of your proposed project so it can be reviewed for compliance with zoning, building, engineering, and design standards.
Completing and submitting this application helps ensure your project is safe, functional, and compatible with surrounding properties. The application must be fully completed and include all sections relevant to your specific project. Incomplete submissions may delay review and approval.
Your submission should include, where applicable:
- Project Information – Applicant details, property location, and zoning district.
- Site Layout – Building footprints, parking, driveways, sidewalks, open space, and landscaping.
- Grading & Drainage Plans – Existing and proposed contours, stormwater management systems.
- Utility Plans – Water, sewer, and other service connections.
- Lighting & Signage – Placement, type, and specifications.
- Environmental Features – Tree preservation, floodplain boundaries, buffers.
- Supporting Studies – Traffic analysis, geotechnical reports, or other required assessments.
Before submitting, review the Site Plan Checklist and ensure all necessary drawings, documents, and fees are included. This will help keep your review process on schedule and avoid unnecessary resubmittals.
Subdivision Application & Checklist
The Subdivision Application is required whenever a property owner or developer wishes to divide land into two or more lots, adjust property boundaries, or create new public or private streets in the Town of Stanton. This application provides the Planning Commission with the information needed to ensure the proposed subdivision meets local regulations for lot size, street design, utility placement, drainage, and overall community standards.
The application must be completed in full and submitted with all relevant sections for your particular project. Not every section applies to every subdivision type — for example, a minor lot line adjustment may require fewer details than a major multi-lot development. Review the instructions carefully and complete only the sections that apply to your project type.
Typical sections include:
- Property & Ownership Information – basic details about the site and applicant.
- Preliminary/Final Plat Information – maps, surveys, and layout details.
- Engineering & Utility Information – drainage, water, sewer, and infrastructure plans.
- Environmental & Easement Information – any special conditions, floodplain, or conservation areas.
- Certification & Signatures – required sign-off by the property owner and surveyor/engineer.
Submitting a complete and accurate application — with all applicable sections filled out — helps keep the review process on schedule and avoids delays in approval.
Variance / Special Use Application
A Variance or Special Use request allows a property owner or developer to seek permission for something that is not normally permitted under the Town of Stanton’s zoning regulations.
- A Variance is typically requested when strict application of the zoning rules would cause unnecessary hardship due to unique conditions of the property, such as unusual lot shape, topography, or size.
- A Special Use (sometimes called a Conditional Use) is an activity or development type that may be appropriate in a zoning district if it meets specific conditions and is approved through a public review process.
Completing this application is the first step toward having your request considered by the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) or Planning Commission.
Your submission will be reviewed for completeness before being scheduled for a hearing.
Important:
You must complete and submit this application along with all Sections below that apply to your particular project. These sections provide the detailed information needed to properly evaluate your request:
- Section 1: Applicant & Property Information
- Section 2: Description of Request and Justification
- Section 3: Site Plan or Plot Plan
- Section 4: Impact Analysis (traffic, noise, environment) – if applicable
- Section 5: Supporting Documentation (photos, deeds, easements)
- Section 6: Application Fee Payment Confirmation
By providing complete and accurate information in all relevant sections, you help ensure that your request can be processed efficiently and considered at the earliest possible meeting date.
Annexation Plan & Checklist
The Annexation Application is required when a property owner requests that their land be incorporated into the Town of Stanton’s municipal boundaries. This process ensures that new areas brought into the Town are reviewed for compliance with local planning, zoning, and service provision standards.
To be considered complete, the Annexation Application must be fully filled out and include all supporting sections relevant to your specific project. These sections provide important details—such as proposed zoning, land use plans, utility service needs, and infrastructure improvements—that allow Town staff and officials to evaluate the request.
Only applications submitted with all applicable sections completed will be scheduled for review by the Planning Commission and the Board of Mayor and Aldermen.
Supporting Documents
Fee Requirements & Schedule
The Planning Commission reviews development proposals, rezoning requests, subdivision plats, and other land-use applications to ensure they meet the Town of Stanton’s regulations. To cover the cost of staff review, public notices, and meeting preparation, certain application types require fees.
Our Fee Schedule lists the cost for each type of application—such as site plan reviews, subdivision approvals, rezoning requests, variances, and other permits. Fees may also apply for re-submittals, re-inspections, or special meetings.
Paying the correct fee when you submit your application is important—an incomplete submittal can delay your project’s review. Fees are set by ordinance and reviewed periodically to ensure they reflect the actual cost of service.
If you’re unsure which fees apply to your project, the Planning Department can help you calculate the total before you submit your application.
Final Plat Certificates
Final Plat Certificates are the official signatures and statements placed on an approved subdivision plat before it can be recorded with the County Register of Deeds. These certificates confirm that all required reviews have been completed, all public improvements are installed or guaranteed, and the subdivision meets the Town of Stanton’s regulations.
Common certificates include:
- Planning Commission Approval – Confirms the plat was reviewed and approved at a public meeting.
- Owner’s Certificate & Dedication – The property owner’s signed statement dedicating streets, easements, and other public areas as required.
- Surveyor’s Certificate – Verifies that the plat is an accurate representation of the property and complies with surveying standards.
- Utility & Agency Approvals – Shows that utility providers and other agencies have reviewed and accepted the design.
- Recording Certificate – Added by the County to confirm the plat has been officially recorded.
By signing and dating these certificates, the Town and other authorities formally recognize the subdivision as lawful and ready for development, sale, or transfer.
Subdivision Development Agreement
A Subdivision Development Agreement is a formal contract between the developer and the Town of Stanton that lays out the responsibilities, timelines, and conditions for building the public improvements required in a subdivision—such as streets, sidewalks, water and sewer lines, stormwater facilities, and other infrastructure.
This agreement ensures:
- Clear expectations for what must be built, to what standards, and by when.
- Financial security through performance bonds, letters of credit, or other guarantees to ensure work is completed even if unforeseen issues arise.
- Town acceptance of public improvements once they pass inspection and meet all requirements.
For developers, the agreement helps protect your investment by providing a predictable process, clarifying obligations, and aligning project timelines with the Town’s review and inspection schedule. It’s typically signed after subdivision approval and before construction of public improvements begins.
Site Development Agreement
A Site Development Agreement is a binding contract between the developer and the Town of Stanton that documents the scope, schedule, and standards for required public improvements associated with a development project. These improvements typically include roadways, curb and gutter, sidewalks, stormwater facilities, water and sewer extensions, street lighting, and landscaping as shown on the approved plans.
The agreement establishes:
- Scope of Work – specific public improvements tied to plan approvals.
- Construction Standards – compliance with town specifications and applicable codes.
- Completion Deadlines – timelines for substantial and final completion.
- Financial Guarantees – performance bonds, irrevocable letters of credit, or other sureties to ensure completion.
- Maintenance Period – duration and conditions for maintaining improvements prior to town acceptance.
This agreement protects both parties: it allows the developer to proceed with construction while providing the town with assurance that public infrastructure will be completed and built to standard. By final acceptance, all work must meet inspection requirements and any outstanding deficiencies must be corrected.
Contact & Assistance
Reach the Planning Commission (731) 548-2565, ext. 103, or [email protected] to discuss your specific project, or to schedule a pre-application meeting online.