This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the "Jackson
Township Zoning Ordinance, 2008."
The purpose of these regulations is to promote and protect the
harmonious development of the Township by facilitating:
A. The orderly and efficient integration of land development within
the Township.
B. Proper density of population.
C. Adequate water and sewerage.
D. Adequate police protection, fire protection, schools, parks and other
public grounds and buildings.
E. The protection of water resources and drainageways.
G. Adequate transportation, parking, and loading space.
H. The public health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of the Township.
I. Adequate sites for recreation, agriculture, conservation, and open
space.
J. The prevention of blight and overcrowding of land.
This chapter is enacted as part of the overall plan for the
orderly growth and development of Jackson Township. As such, this
chapter is based upon the expressed or implied community development
objectives as contained in the Jackson/Paradise Joint Comprehensive
Plan of 2006.