To make studies of the City and its environs;
To determine objectives to be sought in the development of the areas under study;
To prepare and recommend plans for achieving these objectives;
To develop and recommend policies, ordinances, administrative procedures, and other means for carrying out plans in a coordinated and efficient manner;
To keep the City Council advised as to these matters;To review and make recommendations to the City Council regarding proposed changes to the Gastonia Zoning Ordinance and the Gastonia Comprehensive Land Use Plan;
To adopt a set of Rules of Procedure, as provided herein, not inconsistent with any North Carolina General Statute or any City ordinance;
To review and approve preliminary subdivision plats;
To elect officers from its membership;
To perform any other related duties contained in the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances or as directed by City Council; and
To perform any other related duties that City Council may direct.
