Zoning Map Amendment

Purpose

The purpose of zoning map amendment is to publicly review a change to the Official Zoning Map to ensure that it improves implementation of the Jackson/Teton County Comprehensive Plan or address other health, safety, or welfare issues in the community.

When Is This Required?

A zoning map amendment application is required for any proposal to change the zoning classification of a property, and therefore the applicable land development regulations (LDRs).

Process

• How Long: Up to 150 days after application deemed sufficient
• Who Decides:
  • Recommendation: Planning Commission
  • Final Decision: Town Council

Helpful Tips

• Most zoning change proposals are linked to up-zoning in hopes to develop. It is encouraged to provide details on proposed development to better understand the intent of the zone change.
• Neighborhood Meeting Process (PDF)
• Pre-Application Process

How to Apply

A pre-application is required prior to submittal of a Zoning Map Amendment. A neighborhood meeting is required as well. You must submit within 1 year of pre-application conference.

Please submit an application packet via email to planning@jacksonwy.gov that includes the following:

• Application Fee: To pay the fee via credit card (visa, master card, discover)                         call 307-733-0440 X 1302 
• Application Form (PDF)
• Items Identified in Pre-Application Conference Summary Checklist
• Notarized Letter of Authorization (PDF)
• Other Pertinent Information

Fees

The zoning map amendment fees are $1,803.