Summary
The county accepted a notice of intent to request a referendum on bringing planning and zoning to Planning District 18 — a first step toward residents voting on whether they want zoning there.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 18, 2026.
Impact analysis
Election costs fall to the county; longer-term zoning could affect property values and development in Stockton.
District 18 residents who would vote on whether to adopt planning and zoning.
Property owners who prefer unzoned, unrestricted land use if the measure passes.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Baldwin County Commission Regular - Aug 18, 2026
The county accepted a notice of intent to request a referendum on bringing planning and zoning to Planning District 18 — a first step toward residents voting on whether they want zoning there.
Baldwin County Commission Regular - May 21, 2026
The county accepted a notice of intent to request a planning and zoning referendum for Planning District 2, a step toward potentially extending zoning there.
Baldwin County Commission Regular - Apr 7, 2026
The county certified a citizen petition and set a zoning election for Planning District 3 (Stockton) by July 7, 2026. Commissioners cautioned that zoning is a double-edged sword, while noting it's a citizen-driven process, not commission-driven.
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