5/15/13 - A rezoning request by Aisin Holdings of America for an 80-acre plot near its main facility was approved by the Handy Township Board last night. Company representatives say Aisin recently purchased the plot, which is just east of its main 800-acre campus, simply because it was up for sale at a low price. They later asked the township to approve a zoning change from agricultural and residential to research and development, integrating the plot into the main facility. The change was recommended by the township planning commission and the county, and last night it received final approval from the township board. Supervisor Hank Vaupel says Aisin has not announced any plans to develop the plot of land, but it could be used to expand a new test track or provide a buffer to help protect the companyâs confidential research. Township officials say there was no reason to deny the rezoning since Aisin has been a model corporate citizen since it came to Handy in 2003. The rezoning will take effect seven says after it is published by the township. (TD)
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