Mission Statement

The goal of Planning & Zoning Center at MSU is to improve the quality of life in the state of Michigan through sustainable development based on proper planning and the application of appropriate land use policies and development regulations.

It is the objective of the Planning & Zoning Center at MSU in the accomplishment of this goal to play a major role in improving the institutional and legal structure for state, regional, county and local planning and development regulation in the state of Michigan through applied research, outreach and training serving citizens, public and nonprofit organizations, government and the academic community.