These documents serve as guides to land development and preservation for the county government, the public, and other stakeholders in the future of Elkhart County. The effects of good land use planning impacts our lives in ways large and small, every day.
A development ordinance helps regulate land use and development to ensure safe, organized, and sustainable growth within a county. It sets rules for zoning, infrastructure, environmental protection, and building standards to balance growth with quality of life. The ordinance aims to protect public health and welfare while guiding economic development and preserving community values.