Zoning Functions or Duties:

     The Planning and Zoning Department is responsible for zoning administration and enforcement.

The department serves three boards:

• Codington County Commission:  The Commission approves plats and amendments to the County's Comprehensive Land Use Plan, Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances after recommendation from the Planning Commission.

• Codington County Planning Commission:  This Board develops the Master Plan for county development, reviews Site Plans and Subdivision Plans for new developments, and proposes amendments to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan, Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Ordinance.

• Codington County Board of Adjustment:  Reviews specific cases involving the application of the County's Zoning Ordinance-Special Exceptions, Variances, and Appeals from Decisions of the Zoning Officer.

The Zoning Officer is responsible for reviewing various plans and permit request and the issuance applicable permits.