Where does your community stand?

A 16-Question diagnostic for Michigan communities preparing for industrial development

 

How to use

Answer honestly—where you are today, not where you want to be. Total your score, then turn to the diagnosis to find the chapters to read first.

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Step 1 of 5 - Vision & Direction

Our comprehensive master plan is less than five years old and the future land use map identifies locations for industrial development with a sufficient amount of acreage to create a viable development project. (Master Planning for Industrial)*
We understand what modern industrial development typically needs: types of buildings, workforce, supplier proximity, acreage, etc. (What Is Modern Manufacturing and Industrial Development)*
Our zoning ordinance provides flexibility when regulating various types of modern manufacturing uses based on performance rather than “light” and “heavy” classifications. (What Is Modern Manufacturing and Industrial Development)*