Planning & Zoning

A primary responsibility of the Community & Economic Development Department (CED) is the management and implementation of planning & zoning activities in the city. This includes managing the development process for various land use applications such as site plan review and variance requests.  The city uses Giffels Webster to provide our professional planning & engineering services.

We recognize that developing properties and creating outstanding places isn't always straightforward. To help alleviate some confusion, CED has created a Development Guide to outline the roles, responsibilities, timelines, and expectations for projects in the city. We also encourage prospective applicants to meet with city staff and our consultants before submitting a formal application (i.e., site plan review) to ensure all of their questions are answered. For specific questions or to set up a pre-application meeting, please email the CED Director.

Click on the link below to view the Lathrup Village zoning map and see basic parcel information such as size, zoning, and parcel ID number. Click the “Clearzone It” hyperlink to visit the relevant section in the Zoning Ordinance. For specific information on each of the established districts please reference the Zoning Ordinance

Interactive Zoning Map

Relevant Applications

Zoning Board of Appeals Application

2025 Fee Schedule

Contacts

Below are the individuals and departments who will work with you to get your project underway and completed. 

Community & Economic Development (CED)

Austin Colson
acolson@lathrupvillage.org
(248) 557-2600 ext. 223 

Can answer questions about…
· Development process
· Zoning Ordinance
· Site Plan Review & Variance requests
· Downtown Development Authority
· Business assistance & resources

Planning

Eric Pietsch, Planner
epietsch@giffelswebster.com 

Can answer questions about…
· Zoning Ordinance
· Site Plan Review

Building

Steve Colliau
scolliau@lathrupvillage.org
(248) 557-2600 ext. 237 

Can answer questions about…
· Building permits
· Schedule inspections
· Code Enforcement

 

Christopher MacFarland, Building Official
cmacfarland@mcka.com
(248) 596-0920  

Can answer questions about…
- Building codes
- Building plan reviews
- Sign permits