Bessemer planners pave way for more city progress

By P.J. GLISSON

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BESSEMER — Members of the Bessemer Planning Commission opened the door on Tuesday evening for more city development by addressing zoning updates, along with rules for the establishment of small, wireless communications facilities.

Pending zoning changes were presented by Patrick J. Coleman, AICP, principal of North of 45 in Hancock, after which commissioners voted to present them at a public hearing during their next meeting.

As a certified professional planner, Coleman said his role was to draft the language for changes requested by the commission.

“It’...