Development Services Team (DST)

What is a Development Services Team?

The Development Services Team comprises representatives from Planning and Zoning, Engineering/Public Works, Building and Permits/ Fire, and Economic Development. The team meets with each petitioner before any plans are submitted to answer any project related questions the petitioner may have and to inform them of our review and approval processes.

During these customized Development Services Team (DST) meetings we record all questions, requirements, and processes in a document that is later provided for the petitioner. We also provide copies of aerial photos, topography maps, as well as applicable forms and handouts for all pertinent development processes. In addition, we indicate the appropriate forms and submittal documents required to make a submission.

Benefits of a DST

Handling evaluations with this select team of technical staff members frees up remaining staff for more review time and increases the completeness and accuracy of the submissions under review. Since the inception of the Development Services Team, Planning Council times have been nearly cut in half, improving our review efficiency and saving the developer consultant's fees as well.

Procedures & Handouts

During the Development Services Team (DST) meetings we we indicate the appropriate forms and submittal documents required. We also provide copies of aerial photos, topography maps, as well as applicable forms and handouts for all pertinent development processes.

See the Procedures & Handouts page for access to all the necessary forms and documents.

Request a DST Meeting

Development Services Team (DST) Meetings are scheduled to answer development related questions and inform customers of our processes. To meet with our team please complete the online DST Meeting Request Form. The Planning & Zoning office will call to schedule a meeting upon receipt of your request.

Our team is available to meet Tuesdays 1-4pm, Wednesdays 9am-12pm, and Thursdays 1-4pm. Meetings typically last up to one hour and should be scheduled at least a week ahead of time.