Summary
The county bought a former IT office building in Lansing for the Assessment and Office for the Aging, and a legal analysis concluded the use is immune from the town's industrial zoning. Better parking and one-level access should make these offices easier for the public, especially seniors, to reach.
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Last discussed Feb 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
Residents visiting Assessment and Office for the Aging, especially older adults who will get easier parking and access.
The Town of Lansing's industrial zoning for the parcel is effectively overridden.
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Facilities and Infrastructure Committee - Regular Meeting — February 19, 2026
The county bought a former IT office building in Lansing for the Assessment and Office for the Aging, and a legal analysis concluded the use is immune from the town's industrial zoning. Better parking and one-level access should make these offices easier for the public, especially seniors, to reach.
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