The Planning Board is made up of 7 members appointed by the Board of Commissioners. Its duties are outlined by state law and include reviewing and making recommendations to the Commissioners on legislative actions (text amendments and rezonings) and plans and studies for growth, development, and redevelopment in the county. The Planning Board also serves as a preliminary forum for proposed special use permits to allow adjacent property owners and other members of the community to learn more about a proposed project prior to the quasi-judicial hearing held by the Board of Commissioners.