The planning commission provides citizen review and recommendations on planning-related matters to the Township Board. The Norvell Township Planning commission is comprised of seven members, six who are appointed by the Township Board at the recommendation of the Supervisor, and one member of the Township Board, appointed by the Township board. The commissioners serve three-year terms except for the Township Board representative who serves for the duration of their term on the Township Board. The Planning Commission elects a Chair, Vice-chair, Secretary, and a representative to the Zoning Board of Appeals.

The Planning Commission meets the third Wednesday of the month at 6:00PM at the Norvell Township Hall.