On the agenda: Madison meeting — Data Center (Feb 17)

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR
THE ADOPTION OF A UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE and ZONE MAP
In accordance with IC 36-7-4-600 series and C 36-7-4-700 series, notice is hereby given that the
City of Madison Advisory Plan Commission will conduct a public hearing on February 17, 2026 at
6:00 pm at Madison City Hall, 101 W Main St, Madison, IN 47250, to consider the City of Madison
Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) and Official Zoning Map. This includes a repeal /
replacement of the city’s zoning ordinance (including zone map), subdivision control regulations,
and Official Zoning Map.
The geographic area affected by the proposed amendment is all land within the city limits of
Madison, Indiana and areas outside of city limits that are within the Madison Buffer, which is
generally between S 450 W to the west; W 500 N to the north; Old Indian 62/N 300 E/N Eagle Hollow
Rd to the east; and the Ohio River to the south.
A summary of the contents and general subject matter contained in the UDO and Official Zoning
Map is set forth below:
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Chapter 1 – General Provisions: Enabling language, jurisdiction, and powers and duties of the
administrator, plan commission, and BZA.
Chapter 2 – Zoning & Overlay Districts: Identification of each zoning and overlay district and the
respective purpose, permitted uses, and development standards.
Chapter 3 – Use Standards: Development for certain uses, such as accessory dwelling units,
manufactured home parks, recovery residences, battery/solar/wind energy systems, and other
specific uses.
Chapter 4 - Site Standards: Development standards for parcels and structures, such as
screening/buffers, driveways, sidewalks, storage, parking, signs, structures, and other specific
site elements.
Chapter 5 – Nonconformities: Provisions for nonconformities after adoption of the UDO.
Chapter 6 – Subdivision Standards: Types of exempt and permitted subdivisions and the
required design standards for each type of subdivision.
Chapter 7 – Procedures: Procedures for all applications for plan commission and BZA, other
procedures, and violations / enforcement, including the following penalty or forfeiture
provisions:
o “Any person who violates or fails to comply with any provisions of this UDO shall be
guilty of an ordinance violation and shall be fined for each individual violation, up to
the maximum amount permitted by state law. Each day a violation remains
uncorrected shall be a distinct and separate violation subject to an additional fine.”
Chapter 8 –Definitions: Definitions as related to the UDO.
Official Zoning Map Replacement:
a) Updated district names to correspond with the UDO
b) Added new Aviation Business District (AB), Flood Hazard Overlay (FH), Historic District
Overlay (HD), and Airport Protection Overlay (AP)
c) Combined Residential Mobile Manufactured Home Park District (RMH) with High Density
Residential (R3) district

d) Combined the Professional, Research, Office District (PRO) and Specialty District (SD) with
the Historic District Residential (HDR) district
A copy of the proposed Unified Development Ordinance and Official Zoning Map is available for
public review at the Madison City Hall, 101 W Main St, Madison, IN 47250, during the regular
business hours of Monday thru Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm as well as online at www.madison-in.gov/.
Written objections to the proposed UDO and Official Zoning Map may be filed with the city in
advance of the public hearing at the Madison City Hall, 101 W Main St, Madison, IN 47250 during
the regular business hours of Monday thru Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm. Oral comments concerning the
proposed amendment will be heard at the public hearing. The public hearing may be continued
from time to time as may be found necessary.

Plan Commission Legal Notice – Special Meeting
MEETING DATE: February 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM
MEETING PLACE: Madison City Hall, 101 W. Main Street Madison, IN 47250
STREAMING LINK: www.youtube.com/@CityofMadisonIndianaGovernment
A. Roll Call
B. Public Hearing: Proposed UDO and Official Zoning Map
1. Rules & Procedures for Hearing - PC Action Requested
2. Overview Presentation
• Updates Included in 12-30-2025 Adoption Draft
• Proposed Amendments to 12-30-2025 Adoption Draft
3. Public Comment – Please sign in
4. PC Discussion & Questions
5. PC Recommendation to Council - PC Action Requested
• Resolution 2026-PC-1
C. Adjournment
D. Next Regular Meeting: March 9, 2026 at 5:30 PM

For the purpose of hearing oral comments concerning the listed agenda items, a public hearing will be held
on February 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM in City Hall, 101 W. Main St., Madison, IN 47250. You are hereby advised that
a copy of said proposal is on file for examination before the hearing in the Office of Planning, Preservation,
& Design, 101 W. Main Street, Madison, IN 47250. Written objections to the proposal that are filed with the
secretary of the commission before the hearing will be considered. The hearing may be continued from
time to time as may be found necessary.
BY ORDER OF THE MADISON CITY PLAN COMMISSION
______________________________________
Tony Steinhardt, Deputy Mayor
Commission Members
Patrick Thevenow
Joel Storm
Josh Wilber
Jerry Ralston
Van Crafton
Mike Armstrong
Karl Eaglin
Rick Farris
Zac Laughlin

Appointing Authority
City Council
City Council
City Council
Mayor
Mayor
Mayor
Mayor
County
County

Term of Appointment

01/18/2024 - 12/31/2027
01/23/2024 - 12/31/2027
01/23/2024 - 12/31/2027
01/16/2024 - 12/31/2027
01/16/2024 - 12/31/2026
01/13/2025 - 12/31/2028
12/19/2024 - 12/31/2028
03/06/2023 - 12/31/2026
03/06/2023 - 12/31/2026

City of Madison acknowledges its responsibility to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. In order to assist
individuals with disabilities who require special services (i.e. sign interpretative services, alternative audio/visual devices,
etc.) for participation in or access to City sponsored public programs, services and/or meetings, the City requests that
individuals make requests for these services forty-eight (48) hours ahead of the scheduled program, service and/or
meeting. To make arrangements, contact ADA Coordinator at 812-265-8300.

City of Madison, Indiana Plan Commission
Recommended Rules & Procedures for UDO/Zoning Map Public Hearing
A. Meeting Conduct
1. Every person appearing before the PC shall abide by the order and direction of the President.
Discourteous, disorderly, or contemptuous conduct shall be regarded as a breach of the privileges
and the President may remove any person from the meeting who disrupts the meeting, displays
discourtesies, or displays disorderly or contemptuous conduct towards the members or any other
person in attendance.
2. The President may terminate any repetitious or irrelevant presentation.

B. Public Comments During Hearing
1. Any person, party, or representative (person, agent, attorney, etc.) may appear in person to give
testimony (comment). In testifying, the PC has the right for cross-examination and questions if
necessary.
2. Any person, party, or representative (person, agent, attorney, etc.) providing public comment shall:
a. Sign in on the form provided at the beginning of the hearing and state their name and address
prior to making a public comment.
b. Have a maximum of 3 minutes to speak, and unused comment time cannot be allocated to
another person, party, or representative.
3. Comments will be taken in the order listed in the sign in sheet.
4. All exhibits presented during public comment shall become property of the PC and part of the
public file.

C. Written Comment Submitted Prior to Hearing
1. Written comments submitted to the PC prior to the hearing shall be outlined to the PC by the
Administrator prior to official action and entered into the record.

D. Written Amendments
1. Any proposed amendments must be provided in writing prior to or during the meeting in order to
ensure the amendment is accurately incorporated into a motion or recommendation.

CH 2: DISTRICTS
Updates Included in the 12-30-2025 Adoption Draft

1. Impervious surface in AG
2. Consistent minimum living area in
AG, HDR, RF, LB, GB, and CBD
3. Side and rear setbacks in RA & HDR
4. Permitted land use table

CH 3: USE STANDARDS
Updates Included in the 12-30-2025 Adoption Draft

1. Updated BESS standards to align with the Jefferson County
2. Updated commercial solar standards to align with the
Jefferson County

CH 4: SITE STANDARDS
Updates Included in the 12-30-2025 Adoption Draft

1. Updated parking standards
2. Updated structure standards for fences and pools

CH 6: SUBDIVISIONS
Updates Included in the 12-30-2025 Adoption Draft

1. Allowed internal sidewalks to be optional in
major residential subdivisions served by
septic
2. Limited the number of access points from a
minor residential subdivision onto a public
road to two driveways

CH 7: PROCEDURES
Updates Included in the 12-30-2025 Adoption Draft

1. Updated building permit timelines
2. Updated non-residential permits

CH 8: DEFINITIONS
Updates Included in the 12-30-2025 Adoption Draft

1. Added specific definitions based on other updates

ƒ Data Center
ƒ Loft Dwelling
ƒ Housekeeping Unit
ƒ Pain Management Clinic

PROPOSED AMENDMENT 1
SECTION 2.10

RIVERFRONT (RF) DISTRICT

A. Riverfront (RF) District Purpose
1. This district is intended to create a vibrant mixed-use district that capitalizes on the city’s location
along the Ohio River to serve residents with shopping, dining, entertainment, and living options
while also supporting tourism and local events within Madison.

B. Riverfront (RF) District General Standards
1. Development plan approval is required for all new primary structures within this district showing
compliance with all regulations of this UDO prior to issuance of any building permits. Singlefamily and two-family use are exempt from this requirement. All uses shall have a parking and
occupancy contingency and evacuation plan for flood events approved by the Administrator as
part of the development plan.
2. Related standards and additional approvals shall be required as outlined in this UDO and SECTION
8.1F: REQUIRED APPROVALS AND RELATED STANDARDS.
3. There shall be no enclosed occupiable spaces below the highest Flood Protection Grade (FPG).
This does not apply to spaces intended primarily for parking, storage, housing a building’s utility
equipment, or maintenance if the space can be quickly cleared in the event of or protected from a
flood. In the event of a conflict, Chapter 156: Floodplain Regulations of the City of Madison, IN
Code of Ordinances shall supersede this clause.
4. No central trash collection points or dumpsters shall be placed within the required setback
adjacent to another parcel and shall comply with SECTION 8.1F: ADDITIONAL STANDARDS:
DUMPSTERS AND TRASH COLLECTION.

C. Riverfront (RF) District Land Uses
1. Land uses permitted by right and land uses permitted by special exception within this district
shall comply with SECTION 2.21: PERMITTED & CONDITIONAL USES.
2. Multiple primary uses and primary structures are permitted per parcel except for single-family
and two-family uses.

D. Riverfront (RF) District Development Standards
RF District Development Standards
RF Lot Standards
Minimum Lot Width / Road Frontage
N/A
Minimum Lot Area
N/A
Front Yard
10 feet or 15 feet if adjacent to Vaughn Drsive
Side Yard
5 feet or 10 feet if adjacent to single or two family dwelling
Minimum
Rear Yard: Single/Two Family 5 feet
Setbacks
Rear Yard: All Other Uses
Maximum Impervious Surface

5 feet or 10 feet if adjacent to single or two family dwelling
100%
RF Structure Standards
15 feet for single and two-family uses or 35 feet for all other
Maximum Structure Height
uses, measured from a level plane at the average of the
highest and lowest FPG on the parcel
Maximum Ground Floor Area Per Structure N/A
Single and Two-Family 950 sq ft
Minimum Living
Area Per Dwelling Multi-Family
600 sq ft
RF Utility Standards
Public Water & Sewer
Required
Chapter 2: Districts

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PROPOSED AMENDMENT 2

Commercial Land Uses

Agricultural Land Uses

Land Use
Agricultural Product Processing
Agritourism
Concentrated Animal Feeding
Operation (CAFO) & Confined
Feeding Operation (CFO)
Equestrian Facility
Farmer’s Market
Hobby Farm
Livestock, Personal
Livestock, Production (Not
Requiring IDEM Permit)
Livestock, Wholesale Trade
Roadside Stand
Row, Field, Tree & Nursery Corp
Cultivation
Timber Processing
Wildlife & Nature Preserve
Amusement Park
Auction House
Automotive & Equipment
Sales, New & Used
Contractor’s Services & Office
Day Care Facility & Preschool,
Commercial
Bar, Tavern & Club
Bed & Breakfast
Campground & Campsite
Display of Merchandise (Outdoor)
Farm Chemical Supply Sales
General Retail
Golf Course, Driving Range &
Country Club
Hotel & Motel

AG
P
P

RA

HS

S

OS

Table 1: Permitted Land Uses
Zoning Districts
R1
R2
R3 HDR RF

LB

GB

CBD

AB

I1
P

I2
P

P

S
P
P
P
P

Overlays Districts
FH
HD
AP
X
X
X
X

S
S
P
S

S

A

A

A
X
X

S

P
S
P

S

P
P

P

P

P

P

P
S
S

P

S

P

S

P

P

P

P
S

P
P

P
P

S

S
S
P

P
P
S-S
S
P
P

S

P

P

P

S

S-S

S
S-S

S
S
S

P = Permitted/Allowed by Right (Primary or Accessory Use)
P-S = Permitted/Allowed by Right with Additional Standards (see CHAPTER 3)
A = Permitted/Allowed by Right Only as Accessory Use

X

X
X

X

X
X
X
X

P

S

S

X

X
P

P

X

X
A
P

P
S
P

X

S
S

S

P

A
P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

S

S

X
X

P
P

X
X

A
P
P

A
P
P

P

P

X

X
X

X = Prohibited in Overlay
District (regardless of
zoning district)
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X
X

S

S = Permitted/Allowed by Special Exception
S-S = Permitted/Allowed by Special Exception with Additional Standards (see CHAPTER 3)
[ ] = Blank cell indicates prohibited in zoning district

Chapter 2: Districts

X

PROPOSED AMENDMENT 2

Commercial Land Uses

Land Use
Kennel, Commercial & Animal
Shelter
Liquor Store
Medical Offices & Outpatient
Services: Pain Management Clinic
Medical Offices & Outpatient
Services
Parking Garage or Lot (as a
Primary Use)
Professional Services &
Business Offices
Restaurant
Rural Event Venue
Service-Oriented Retail
Sexually Oriented Business
Shooting Range & Gun Club,
Indoor
Shooting Range & Gun Club,
Outdoor
Short-Term Rental
Stadium, Arena, Auditorium,
Racetrack & Assembly (Indoor &
Outdoor)
Storage Units
Vehicle & Equipment
Service & Repair
Veterinary Services (excluding
Kennels)
Wholesale
Winery, Brewery & Distillery

AG

RA

HS

OS

Table 1: Permitted Land Uses
Zoning Districts
R1
R2
R3 HDR RF

S

S
S
S

S

S

S1
S
S1

S
S

P

LB

GB

CBD

P

P

S

P

AB

I1

I2

S

P

P

P

P

P

S

S

P

P

P

P

P

S

S

S

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P
S-S

X

P

P

X

S

S

X

P

P

X

P

P

X

X
S

S

P

P

S
S-S

S-S

Overlays Districts
FH
HD
AP

S-S

S-S

S-S

S-S

S

S-S
S

P
S

S

S

S

S

P

S-S

P-S

S-S

P-S

P-S

P

P

P

P

P

S

P
P

P
P

P

P

X

1 – Restaurant and service-oriented retail in the OS District shall be limited to a maximum of 1,500 sq ft of total floor area within an enclosed building per parcel

P = Permitted/Allowed by Right (Primary or Accessory Use)
P-S = Permitted/Allowed by Right with Additional Standards (see CHAPTER 3)
A = Permitted/Allowed by Right Only as Accessory Use

S = Permitted/Allowed by Special Exception
S-S = Permitted/Allowed by Special Exception with Additional Standards (see CHAPTER 3)
[ ] = Blank cell indicates prohibited in zoning district

Chapter 2: Districts

X = Prohibited in Overlay
District (regardless of
zoning district)
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PROPOSED AMENDMENT 3
5. Stormwater and Flood Hazards. All development shall comply with the Madison Stormwater
Management Ordinance, Madison Stormwater Technical Standards Manual, IDNR Construction
Stormwater General Permit (if outside of city limits), and Chapter 156: Floodplain Regulations of
the City of Madison, IN Code of Ordinances if located within a floodplain.
6. Historic District. All construction, demolition, relocation, exterior expansion, or alteration of a
primary or accessory structure (including signs) within the Madison Historic District shall comply
with the Madison Historic District Design Guidelines and obtain a Certificate of Appropriateness
prior to a building permit (if required).
7. Building Codes. If a building or structure is located within 5 feet of a parcel boundary, it shall
comply with all applicable building codes (including all fire resistance ratings), regardless if
another building or structure is located on the adjacent parcel.

G. Encroachment into Required Setback
1. Parking lots and spaces shall not may be located within a required setback or bufferyard as
outlined in SECTION 8.1D: PERMITTED PARKING LOCATIONS but shall be at least five feet from all
property lines. This does not apply to parking for single-family and two-family uses.
2. Architectural features such as cornices, chimneys, eaves, sills, canopies or similar features that
do not have structural elements that touch the ground may extend into a required setback a
maximum of two feet.

H. Dedication of Right-of-Way
1. The width of all rights-of-way within and adjacent to a parcel shall comply with the minimum
standards outlined in SECTION 8.1F: DEDICATION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY AND PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
prior to establishing a use or constructing or locating a structure.
2. If a right-of-way width is less than the minimum required, additional right-of-way shall be
dedicated and conveyed to the City of Madison or Jefferson County Board of Commissioners as
required to meet the minimum standards prior to the issuance of a Building Permit, even if the
parcel is not being subdivided.

I.

Sight Triangle
1.

No structure, planting, parking area or similar may encroach into a sight triangle.

J. Constructing or Placing Structures on Lots
1.

Every structure constructed, moved, or placed after the effective date of this UDO, except
agricultural structures not used for human habitation, shall:
a. Be located on an individual lot which fronts on a public road;
b. Be located on a lot that conforms with the minimum lot standards for the district in which it is
located; and
c. Meet the standards outlined in SECTION 4.8: STRUCTURES, unless it complies with CHAPTER
5: NON-CONFORMING.

Chapter 2: Districts

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PROPOSED AMENDMENT 3
D. Permitted Parking Locations
Permitted Parking Locations
Zoning District
AG & RA
HS & OS
R1, R2, R3 & HDR
CBD & RF
LB, GB & AB
I1 & I2

3

Shared or On-Site

Permitted Location1

• On-SIte

• Front, Side, or Rear Yard1

• On-Site
• On-Site
• Shared Off-Site (within 500 feet)2
• On-Site
• Shared Off-Site (within 500 feet)2
• On-Site
• Shared Off-Site (within 1,000 feet)2

• Front, Side, or Rear Yard1
• Side or Rear Yard1
• Front, Side, or Rear Yard1
• Front, Side, or Rear Yard1

1 – See SECTION 2.1.G: ENCROACHMENT INTO REQUIRED SETBACK for parking in setbacks and bufferyards
Parking cannot be located within a required setback or bufferyard
2 – Measured from the closest edge of the parking area to the closest edge of the structure it serves
3 – If district is exempt from providing minimum number of parking spaces, these standards only apply if parking is provided

E. Minimum Number of Parking Spaces
1. Minimum Spaces Required
a. The required minimum number of parking spaces is based on the land use (not zoning
district) and shall comply with TABLE 2: MINIMUM PARKING REQUIRED. The number of
spaces required is intended to provide a minimal or low threshold; additional parking is
permitted that exceeds these minimums.
b. Any fraction of a required parking space shall be rounded up to the whole number.
c. All developments shall comply with the minimum number of handicap spaces required by
state and federal regulations. Handicap spaces may count towards the minimum number of
required parking spaces.
2. Shared Off-Site Parking
a. The number of parking spaces provided for shared parking, where permitted, shall not be less
than the minimum number of spaces required for each use as identified in TABLE 2:
MINIMUM PARKING REQUIRED.
b. Parking spaces for developments with uses that operate at different times may be credited to
both uses. If shared parking spaces are not located on the same parcel as the use, all parking
spaces used to satisfy the minimum number required shall be within the distance specified in
SECTION 8.1D: PERMITTED PARKING LOCATIONS.
c. Any parcels with shared parking shall have a written and recorded shared parking agreement
that is signed by all property owners and approved by the Administrator. The agreement shall
be perpetual and outline provisions for easements (if applicable), maintenance, snow
removal, ownership, and liability. If a shared parking agreement expires or otherwise
terminates, each use must provide the minimum required parking on-site or through a new
shared parking agreement.

Chapter 4: Site Standards

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PROPOSED AMENDMENT 3
Planting Types
Planting Type
Type A
Type B
Type C
Type D

Minimum Plantings Required Per 100 Linear Feet1
• 2 Shade Trees, 4 Evergreen Trees & 6 Shrubs per 100 linear feet
• 6 Shade Trees, 10 Evergreen Trees & 12 Shrubs per 100 linear feet
• 8 Shade Trees, 12 Evergreen Trees & 18 Shrubs per 100 linear feet
• 10 Shade Trees, 16 Evergreen Trees & 22 Shrubs per 100 linear feet

1 – Plantings required per 100 linear feet of property line (including driveways).

1. Screening and bufferyards shall be provide as outlined in TABLE 3: MINIMUM BUFFER AND
SCREENING REQUIREMENTS.
2. If the parcel borders a parcel that is a PUD or a parcel that is outside of Madison’s jurisdiction, the
screening and bufferyard requirements shall be based on the zoning district most comparable to
this UDO as determined by the Administrator.
3. When screening and/or a bufferyard are required in a zoning district where the proposed use is
similar to existing, surrounding uses in terms of land use, size, density, and lot size, the screening
and/or bufferyard may be reduced or omitted at the discretion of the Administrator. The
Administrator’s approval or denial to reduce or omit screening and/or a bufferyard shall be made
in writing, justifying the decision.

E. Design Standards: Bufferyards
1. Bufferyard Location
a. The required bufferyard width is measured from the
property line inward.
b. Bufferyards are only required for the side and rear
yards only (does not apply to front yards).
c. The required bufferyard width may include the
required front, side, or rear setback outlined in
CHAPTER 2: DISTRICTS; they are NOT intended to be
in addition to these setbacks however, buffer widths
do NOT reduce zoning district setbacks.
2. Bufferyard Uses
a. A bufferyard may include or be used for the following:
i. Passive recreation or common areas (open
Example of Bufferyard Requirements
spaces), including pedestrian or bike trails.
ii. Natural water features, landscaping, and planting areas.
iii. Drainage and utility easements and related features (including drainage and utility
structures), provided that plantings, fences, walls, and/or berms are not located in an
easement.
iv. Driveways that are used to access a right-of-way or adjacent parcel.
v. Signs as permitted by SECTION 4.7: SIGNS.
v.vi. Parking areas and parking lot driving lanes.
b. A bufferyard may NOT include or be used for the following:
i. Permanent or temporary structures (excluding those identified above), including
buildings, ice skating rinks, swimming pools, and ball/tennis courts.
ii. Parking areas, parking lot driving lanes, and/or lLoading areas.
iii. Storage of materials, equipment, or vehicles.
iv. Uses, activities, and structures not identified above.

Chapter 4: Site Standards

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RESOLUTION 2026-PC-1
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLAN COMMISSON OF THE CITY OF MADISON, INDIANA
RECOMMENDING REPEALING AND REPLACING THE CITY OF MADISON ZONING
ORDINANCE, OFFICIAL ZONING MAP, AND SCHEDULE OF DISTRICT REGULATIONS
AND ADOPTING A UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAPS
WHEREAS, The City of Madison Plan Commission is the body charged with the duty of
reviewing all proposed amendments to the City of Madison Zoning Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, The City of Madison Subdivision Regulations were adopted in June 1997 and
Ordinance 2016-19, which made amendments to the Zoning Ordinance from August 1981,
was adopted on June 6th, 2016; and
WHEREAS, The City of Madison has experienced growth and anticipates development
opportunities and challenges will continue in the future which underscores the need for
updated zoning and subdivision regulations; and
WHEREAS, The City of Madison adopted a comprehensive plan on September 20 th, 2016
and other planning initiatives followed, which promoted prudent redevelopment strategies
that included infill development for housing rental and home ownership, public-private
partnerships, improved transportation networks, and outdoor recreation, as well as,
present and future land uses: and
WHEREAS, The City of Madison established a Steering Committee to examine the current
zoning Ordinance and draft a new Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) to replace the
existing zoning ordinance found in Chapter 155 including the o icial map and schedule of
district regulations; and
WHEREAS, the City of Madison Planning and Zoning Department engaged a consultant to
assist the Steering Committee with the creation of a Unified Development Ordinance
(UDO) over a period of 12 months which included steering committee meetings, focus
groups, surveys, and other public input, which included a public open house held on
December 9th, 2025; and
WHEREAS, The Steering Committee was comprised of members of the City of Madison
Plan Commission, The City of Madison Board of Zoning Appeals, the Je erson County Plan
Commission, Madison Common Council, the Mayor’s o ice, a citizen member, and sta
members from the City Planning and Zoning Department; and

WHEREAS, the Plan Commission held a public hearing on February 17, 2026 to consider
the proposed UDO and Zoning Map. Following the Public hearing, the Plan Commission
voted to forward a favorable recommendation to the City Council to adopt the proposed
Unified Development Ordinance and Zoning Map.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PLAN COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MADISON, INDIANA that the current zoning ordinance, schedule of district regulations,
and map of the City of Madison be replaced in their entirety with the attached Unified
Development Ordinance and its accompanying Zoning Map.
ADOPTED this ____day of ___________2026.

___________________________
President
ATTEST:
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