Opinion ID: 1564070
Heading Depth: 1
Heading Rank: 33

Heading: Factor 5: The need for zoning and overall planning in the PAA.

Text: ¶ 96. The parties do not dispute that the PAA/PIA has a need for zoning and overall planning. [15] Jackson contends the chancellor committed manifest error by ruling that incorporation will address the planning and zoning needs of the Byram area. The Objectors contend that an incorporated Byram will better address zoning and planning in the four-square-mile area. ¶ 97. The chancellor determined the PAA has a need for zoning and overall planning. He concluded that the Hinds County ordinances are insufficient to meet the needs of the PAA/PIA. The chancellor concluded that Jackson and an incorporated Byram will be able to meet the need for zoning and planning in their respective areas. ¶ 98. The chancellor appropriately considered the competing petitions and determined an incorporated Byram will be able to address the needs of a larger area and people. We find the chancellor did not commit manifest error in reducing the PAA and allowing Jackson to annex the four square miles.