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This plan section focuses on the potential extent of
Goals growth in Northville Township in the decades ahead,
where this growth might occur, and the implications
GC GOAL 1: it could have for the Township. Growth can bring
many economic and community benefits but must be
A balance between accommodating the balanced with reinvestment in the Township’s established
Township’s remaining planned build-out neighborhoods and non-residential areas, which tax base
and protecting its established green and expansion through revitalization will help to support.
suburban character. Capital investments in public infrastructure such as
GC GOAL 2: utilities signal the desired locations for growth and
revitalization, help maintain a high quality of life for
Pro-active planning and investment in residents, and create a framework for land development.
Local development regulations govern new subdivision
ongoing maintenance and upgrades to activity, provide for the appropriate use of land through
Township-owned public infrastructure and zoning, and set minimum standards for the nature and
facilities to serve anticipated build-out needs quality of development. The Township can also choose
and redevelopment activity. to employ financing and special district mechanisms that
advance the community’s economic development and
GC GOAL 3: growth management goals while supporting beneficial
private development and reinvestment. Finally, effective
Continued support for public safety services oversight and management of ongoing growth and
to maintain responsiveness and levels of revitalization also depends on solid partnerships with
other key public agencies, including the City of Northville,
service expected by Northville Township Northville Public Schools and Wayne County, among
residents. others.
Northville Township faces the challenges of an aging
housing stock and the need for an increased range of
housing choices that support all residents including
young families and residents hoping to age in place.
The Township also has some dated commercial centers,
especially along key corridors accessible from residential
areas. These commercial areas have lost their vitality
and need upgrades to compete with contemporary
development. Along with focused revitalization efforts,
absorbing some of the community’s projected population
growth within existing developed areas will inject new
dollars and energy into the Township, capitalize on
public infrastructure and facilities that are already in
place, and potentially lead to new housing options and
developments.
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