Township Planning
Planning in Texas Township covers long-range land use, subdivision and land development review, and coordination with zoning. Planning helps the township grow thoughtfully while preserving its rural character, natural resources, and historic communities like White Mills.
What Planning Covers
- Review of subdivision and land development applications
- Recommendations on zoning ordinance amendments
- Coordination with Wayne County planning where applicable
- Long-range planning for roads, services, and land use
- Public input on development proposals
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meets on the 4th Monday of each month at 7:00 PM at the Texas Township Municipal Building. Members are appointed by the Supervisors and serve staggered terms.
Marty Erk
Planning Commission
Dominic Weist
Planning Commission
Barbra Leo
Planning Commission
Corey Southerton
Planning Commission
Lillian Rothrock
Planning Commission Secretary
Subdivision & Land Development
Subdivision and land development applications in Texas Township are reviewed for compliance with the Texas Township Subdivision & Land Development Ordinance (SALDO), and the Zoning Ordinance. Applicants should contact the Township office early in the process to understand requirements.
- Pre-application consultation with the Township office
- Formal application submitted to the Township Secretary
- Review by the Planning Commission
- Action by the Supervisors at a public meeting
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Subdivision & Land Development Ordinance (SALDO)
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Related Resources
- Township Ordinances (including Zoning Ordinance)
- Zoning page (Bill Watson, Zoning Officer)
- Township Map
- Meeting Minutes
Contact Planning
For planning questions, contact the Township office:
- Phone: (570) 253-4352
- Email: Email Township Office
- Office hours: Tue & Thu, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM