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  • 0520-2026: To amend the Columbus City Zoning Code, Chapter 3389 “Special Permit Uses” by the enactment of section 3389.16 “Detention Facility”; and to declare an emergency.

    Feb 18, 2026

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • 0162-2025: To supplement the Columbus Zoning Code, Title 33, by amending or adding various code sections for land uses and definitions associated with the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control, the General Offenses Code, Title 23, and the Fire Prevention Code, Title 25, to repeal the corresponding existing city code provisions, and to repeal Sections 3389.09 and 3389.115, which require a Special Permit from the Board of Zoning Adjustment for certain uses.

    Jan 15, 2025

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • PN0314-2023: Notice/Advertisement Title: City of Columbus November 21, 2023 Graphics Commission Meeting Contact Name: Jamie Freise Contact Telephone Number: 614-645-6350 Contact Email Address: jffreise@columbus.gov <mailto:jffreise@columbus.gov> AGENDA GRAPHICS COMMISSION CITY OF COLUMBUS, OHIO NOVEMBER 21, 2023 The City Graphics Commission hears requests for Variances, Special Permits, Appeals, Graphics Plans and certain Miscellaneous Graphics, as provided by the Columbus Graphics Code, Title 33, Article 15 of the City Codes. The City Graphics Commission will hold a public hearing on the following zoning applications on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2023 at 4:15 p.m. at the MICHAEL B. COLEMAN GOVERNMENT CENTER at 111 North Front Street, Columbus, OH 43215 in the 2ND FLOOR HEARING ROOM. You can also monitor the hearing through the City of Columbus YouTube channel at the following link: <http://www.youtube.com/cityofcolumbus> SPECIAL NOTE TO APPLICANT: YOU OR YOUR REPRESENTATIVE MUST ATTEND THIS MEETING. It is the rule of the Commission to withdraw an application when a representative is not present. SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER: A Sign Language Interpreter, to “Sign” this meeting, will be made available for anyone with a need for this service, provided the Department of Building & Zoning Services is made aware of this need and given a reasonable notice of at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the scheduled meeting time. To schedule an interpreter, please call 614-645-6373 or TDD 614-645-3293 Further information may be obtained by visiting the City of Columbus Zoning Office website at https://www.columbus.gov/bzs/zoning/Graphics-Commission/ or by calling the Department of Building and Zoning Services, Council Activities Section at 614-645-4522 01.Application No.:GC23-029 Location:3100 EASTON SQUARE PLACE (43219), located on the northeast corner of Easton Square Place and Stezler Road (010-282381; Northeast Area Commission). Existing Zoning:CPD, Commercial Planned District District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3377.24 (B), Wall signs for individual uses.To increase the graphic area of a wall sign from 216 square feet to 247 square feet Proposal:To install a wall sign. Applicant(s):Viking Partners Easton LLC 8044 Montgomery Rd, Ste 600 Cincinnati, Ohio 45236 Property Owner(s):Applicant Attorney/Agent:Signcom, Inc., Kylie Cochran Agent 527 West Rich St Columbus, Ohio 43215 Planner:Adam Trimmer, 614-645-1469; ADTrimmer@Columbus.gov 02.Application No.:GC23-032 Location:4581 CLEVELAND AVE. (43231), located on the northwest corner of Cleveland Avenue and Clybourne Road (600-151967; Northland Community Council). Existing Zoning:R-1, Residential District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3376.09(A)(1), Permanent signs for other uses in residential districts.To increase the portion of a ground sign displaying changeable copy from 50% to 57.2%.3376.09(A)(4), Permanent signs for other uses in residential districts.To increase the maximum permitted graphic area of a ground sign from 32 square feet to 65.4 square feet. Proposal:To legitimize and reface an existing ground sign. Applicant(s):Northland Church of Christ Inc 4581 Cleveland Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43231 Property Owner(s):Northland Church of Christ Inc 4581 Cleveland Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43231 Attorney/Agent:Expedite the Diehl LLC c/o Tracey Diehl, Atty. 6487 Hilliard Drive Canal Winchester, Ohio 43110 Planner:Steven Smedley, (614) 645-6130; SFSmedley@Columbus.gov 03.Application No.:GC23-035 Location:50 E. 7TH AVE. (43201), located on the north side of East 7th Avenue, approximately 100 feet east of North Pearl Street (01-026112; University Area Commission). Existing Zoning:AR-3, Apartment Residential District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3376.04(C), Residential complex signs To increase the allowable height of a residential wall sign from 8 ft. to 20 ft. Proposal:To install a new illuminated wall sign. Applicant(s):Peer on 7th 50 East 7th Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43201 Property Owner(s):50 E 7th Borrower, LLC 105 West York Street, Ste. 350 Elmhurst, Illinois 60126 Attorney/Agent:Atlantic Sign Company, c/o Brooke Alini 2328 Florence Ave Cincinnati, Ohio 45206 Planner: Dane Kirk, (614) 645-7973; DEKirk@Columbus.gov 04.Application No.:GC23-036 Location:3651 - 3675 SULLIVANT AVE. (43228), located on the southeast corner of Sullivant Avenue and Wedgewood Drive (010-240872; Greater Hilltop Area Commission). Existing Zoning:C-4, Commercial District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3377.23, Permanent and removable window signs. To increase the the total window coverage from 25 percent to 100 percent. Proposal:To legitimize existing window signage. Applicant(s):La Michoacana Mexican Market II, LLC 3629 Sullivant Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43228 Property Owner(s):Harmony Partners, LLC 2246 South Hamilton Road, Suite 101 Columbus, Ohio 43232 Attorney/Agent:Plank Law Firm, LPA c/o Donald T. Plank, Atty.411 East Town Street, Floor 2 Columbus, Ohio 43215 Planner:Steven Smedley, (614) 645-6130; SFSmedley@Columbus.gov 05.Application No.:GC23-037 Location:3464 SULLIVANT AVE (43204), located on the east north side of Sullivant Avenue, approximently 50 feet west of Derrer Road. (010-121729; Greater Hilltop Area Commission). Existing Zoning:C-4, Commercial District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3372.706 (B), Graphics. To allow a pole sign to have automatic changeable copy.3372.706 (C)(4,5), Graphics.To reduce the setback of a ground sign from 15 feet to 12.5 feet and to increase the height of a ground sign from 6 feet to 15 feet. Proposal:To reface an existing pole-sign with automatic changeable copy. Applicant(s):Sullivant Ave Inc. C/O John Tomlinson 4220 Orders Road Grove City, Ohio 43123 Property Owner(s):Applicant Attorney/Agent:Tyler Sihhema 862 Cypresspoint Ct.Cinninnati, Ohio 45245 Planner:Adam Trimmer, (6140 645-1469; ADTrimmer@Columbus.gov 06.Application No.:GC23-040 Location:4910 N. HIGH ST. (43214), located on the northeast corner of North High Street and Morse Road (010- 052186; Clintonville Area Commission). Existing Zoning:CPD, Commercial Planned Development District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3372.706(C)(1), Graphics.To increase the number of ground signs from 1 to 3 (A1, A2, and A3) on a single parcel.3372.706(C)(2), Graphics.To allow two pole signs (A1 and A2) in the CCO. 3372.706(C)(3), Graphics.To allow for two ground signs (A1 and A2) that do not have a base.3372.706(C)(4), Graphics.To reduce the setback for Sign A2 from 15 feet to 7.5 feet from Morse Road and to reduce the setback for Sign A3 from 15 feet to 5 feet from North High Street.3372.706(C)(5), Graphics. To increase the maximum permitted height of a ground sign from 6’ above grade to 23’8” for sign A2 (existing condition).3372.706(E)(2), Graphics.To allow two menu boards (H1 and H2) to be located between the building and the Morse Road right-of-way. Proposal:To add a ground sign and menu board signs for a new fast food restaurant. Applicant(s):Agent Property Owner(s):Chick-Fil-A, Inc.5200 Buffington Road Atlanta, Georgia 30349 Attorney/Agent:Plank Law Firm c/o Rebecca Mott, Atty.411 East Town Street, Floor 2 Columbus, Ohio 43215 Planner:Steven Smedley, (614) 645-6130; SFSmedley@Columbus.gov

    Nov 7, 2023

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • PN0290-2023: Notice/Advertisement Title: City of Columbus October 17, 2023 Graphics Commission Meeting Contact Name: Jamie Freise Contact Telephone Number: 614-645-6350 Contact Email Address: jffreise@columbus.gov <mailto:jffreise@columbus.gov> AGENDA GRAPHICS COMMISSION CITY OF COLUMBUS, OHIO OCTOBER 17, 2023 The City Graphics Commission hears requests for Variances, Special Permits, Appeals, Graphics Plans and certain Miscellaneous Graphics, as provided by the Columbus Graphics Code, Title 33, Article 15 of the City Codes. The City Graphics Commission will hold a public hearing on the following zoning applications on TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2023 at 4:15 p.m. at the MICHAEL B. COLEMAN GOVERNMENT CENTER at 111 North Front Street, Columbus, OH 43215 in the 2ND FLOOR HEARING ROOM. You can also monitor the hearing through the City of Columbus YouTube channel at the following link: <http://www.youtube.com/cityofcolumbus> SPECIAL NOTE TO APPLICANT: YOU OR YOUR REPRESENTATIVE MUST ATTEND THIS MEETING. It is the rule of the Commission to withdraw an application when a representative is not present. SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER: A Sign Language Interpreter, to “Sign” this meeting, will be made available for anyone with a need for this service, provided the Department of Building & Zoning Services is made aware of this need and given a reasonable notice of at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the scheduled meeting time. To schedule an interpreter, please call 614-645-6373 or TDD 614-645-3293 Further information may be obtained by visiting the City of Columbus Zoning Office website at https://www.columbus.gov/bzs/zoning/Graphics-Commission/ or by calling the Department of Building and Zoning Services, Council Activities Section at 614-645-4522 01.Application No.:GC23-026 Location:2255 PARSONS AVE. (43207), located on the west side of Parsons Avenue, opposite Groveport Road (010-103971; Columbus South Side Area Commission). Existing Zoning:M, Manufacturing District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3377.11(A), Tenant panels and changeable copy To increase the number of allowable tenant panels for a monument sign from 4 to 6.3377.11(C), Tenant panels and changeable copy. To increase the maximum portion of a ground sign utilized to display tenant panels from 50% to 60%.3377.11(D), Tenant panels and changeable copy To decrease the minimum portion of the total graphic area for a sign dedicated to the entire use from 50% to 40%. Proposal:To install a multi-tenant monument sign. Applicant(s):SFG Columbus Parsons, LLC.3280 Peachtree RoadAtlanta, Georgia 30305 Property Owner(s):Applicant Attorney/Agent:Signcom Inc.527 West Rich Street Columbus, Ohio 43215 Planner:Dane Kirk, (614) 645-7973; DEKirk@Columbus.gov 02.Application No.:GC23-030 Location:240 PARSONS AVE. (43215), located at the northeast corner of Parsons Avenue and East Main Street (010-067006; Near East Area Commission). Existing Zoning:AR-LD, Apartment Residential District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3376.09(B,1), Permanent signs for other uses in residential districts.To increase number of permanent identification signs directed toward Alan Ave from one (1) to three (3) (Sign M-101, B1-500, and B2-501), to reduce sign setback from 15’ to 10’ for sign M-100, to increase sign height from 8’-0” to 8’-4” for signs M-100 and M-101, to reduce sign setback from 15’ to 9’ for sign M-101, to reduce illumination setback from 50’ to 31’ for sign M-101, to increase sign height from 8’-0” to approximately 30’ for sign B1-500, to increase sign graphic area from 64 sq.ft., to 153 sq. ft. for sign B1-500, and to increase sign height from 8’-0” to approx. 15’ for sign B2-501.3376.09(B,2), Permanent signs for other uses in residential districts.To reduce sign setback from 15’ to 0’ for signs EX2-300, EX2-301, and EX2-302, to increase sign height from 3’ to 6’-3” for signs EX2-300, EX2- 301, and EX2-302.3376.09(B,3), Permanent signs for other uses in residential districts.To increase total number of permanent instructional signs from eight (8) (two per abutting street) to seventeen (17), to increase sign height of seventeen (17) permanent instructional signs from 3’ to 5’-7”, and to increase graphic area of seventeen (17) permanent instructional signs from 4 sq.ft. to 7 sq.ft.3376.09(A,4), Permanent signs for other uses in residential districts.To increase the sign height from 8’-0” to 30’ for sign B1-500 and to 15’ for sign B2-501 and to increase the aggregate graphic area from 64 sq.ft. to 266 sq. ft. for the east elevation (signs B1-500, B2-501 and V2-504). Proposal:To allow multiple wall, ground and directional signs. Applicant(s):City of Columbus Department of Public Health, c/o Danielle Ohms 240 Parsons Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43215 Property Owner(s):Applicant Attorney/Agent:PLANIT Studios, c/o Devin Kime760 Lakeview Blvd. Ste. 500 Worthington, Ohio 43085 Planner:Jamie Freise, (614) 645-6350; JFFreise@Columbus.gov 03.Application No.:GC23-031 Location:7480 SAWMILL RD. (43016), located on the east side of Sawmill Road, approximately 210 feet north of Hard Road (590-251716; Far Northwest Civic Association). Existing Zoning:CPD, Commercial Planned Development District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3377.27(C,2), Temporary on-premises signs--General provisions.To increase the height of a temporary signs from 8 feet to 11 feet 3377.24(D),Wall signs for individual uses.To increase the Graphic area for a side wall sign from 16 sq.ft. to 26 sq.ft.3377.24(B),Wall signs for individual uses.To increase the Graphic area for a side wall sign on a facade that is not oriented to a street from 13.67 sq.ft. to 25 sq.ft. 3377.18(A,1), Permanent on-premises projecting signs.To allow 12 projecting signs on fuel station building columns directed to the same street as a ground sign. 3377.08(B,2), Illumination and special effects.To reduce the portion of the percentage of the sign utilized for identification from 50% to 44%. 3377.17(A), Setback regulations for permanent on-premises ground signs.To reduce the setback of a ground sign from 15ft to 13ft 3372.806(A and E,1)To allow two wall signs (signs E.1 and E.2) with automatic changeable copy and a monument sign (sign C) with automatic changeable copy whose base is 38 inches in height and is 4 inches less in width than the sign structure itself. Proposal:To allow one temporary sign and multiple ground, wall, and projecting signs. Applicant(s):Skilken Gold 4270 Morse Road Gahanna, Ohio 43230 Property Owner(s):JG Sawmill, LLC MG Sawmill, MG Easton, LLC475 Metro Place Suite 450 Dublin, Ohio 43017 Attorney/Agent:Zoning Resources, c/o Rebecca Green 84 Skyline Drive South Bloomfield, Ohio 43103 Planner:Jamie Freise, (614) 645-6350; JFFreise@Columbus.gov 04.Application No.:GC23-033 Location:915 W 5th AVE. (43212), located on the southwest corner of West 5th Avenue and Delashmut Avenue.` (010 - 063098, 010-063199; Fith by Northwest Area Commission). Existing Zoning:CPD, Commercial District Request:Graphics Plan & Special Permit(s) to Section(s):3378.01(D), General provisions To grant a Special Permit for an off-premises ground sign. 3382.07, Graphics plan. To establish a Graphics Plan for an apartment building Proposal:To establish a new Graphics Plan for a mixed use development and accessory parking facility. Applicant(s):Elford, Inc, c/o Dave Perry411 East Town St, Fl 1Columbus, Ohio 43215 Property Owner(s):WC ECP Monarch, LLC, c/o Mike Fitzpatrick1220 Dublin RoadColumbus, Ohio 43215 Attorney/Agent:Donald Plank, Atty.Plank Law Firm, 411 East Town Street, Floor 2Columbus, Ohio 43215 Planner:Adam Trimmer, 614-645-1469; ADTrrimmer@Columbus.gov

    Oct 3, 2023

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • 23-OVERLAY-0002: Request: Special joint hearing of the NROD Committee and Board of Zoning Adjustment to review: an Overlay request to demolish an existing historic building and redevelopment of the site for an 8-story mixed use building; and a Variance request to allow the building to exceed the maximum permitted height of 50 feet or 4 stories. Project Name: NuLu Crossing Location: 700 E. Main St. Owner: NuLu Central Station LLC Applicant: Mose Putney, Zyyo Representative: Mose Putney & Martin Prus, Zyyo Jurisdiction: Louisville Metro Government Council District: 4 - Jecorey Arthur Case Manager: Kat Groskreutz, Planning & Design Coordinator

    Apr 20, 2023

    ·Louisville, KY
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  • BL2022-1508: An ordinance amending Sections 17.08.030, 17.16.030, and 17.16.160 of the Metropolitan Code, Zoning Regulations to change the Multi-family use in the IWD - Industrial Warehousing/Distribution and IR - Industrial Restrictive zoning districts from being permitted with conditions to requiring a special exception (Proposal No. 2022Z-019TX-001).

    Oct 11, 2022

    ·Nashville, TN
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  • 2004-2022: To grant a Variance from the provisions of Sections 3311.28(a), Less objectionable uses; 3312.25, Maneuvering; 3312.39, Striping and marking; 3312.43, Required surface for parking; 3312.49, Minimum number of parking spaces required; 3367.15(E), M-2 manufacturing district special provisions; and 3367.29(b), Storage, of the Columbus City Codes; for the property located at 2270 WILLIAMS RD. (43207), to permit reduced development standards for warehouse and office uses in the L-M-2, Limited Manufacturing District (Council Variance #CV22-027).

    Jun 30, 2022

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • COLUMBIA TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE ORDINANCE NO. 100 Adopted July 15, 2013

    Jul 15, 2013

    ·Columbia, SC
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    Columbia Township adopted Zoning Ordinance No. 100 on July 15, 2013, establishing comprehensive zoning regulations for the township. The ordinance establishes multiple zoning districts including Agriculture-Residential (AR), Medium Density Residential (RM), Manufactured Housing Park (MHP), and Commercial (C) zones, with detailed provisions for permitted uses and special land uses in each district. The document outlines administration through a Zoning Administrator position, zoning permit requirements, district boundaries, and principal permitted uses across the various zones.

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  • LUZERNE BOROUGH LUZERNE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA 2020 ZONING ORDINANCE

    Wilkes-Barre, PA
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    Luzerne Borough's 2020 Zoning Ordinance, prepared by professional planning consultant John R. Varaly, AICP, establishes comprehensive land-use regulations for the borough in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. The ordinance covers general provisions, definitions, and regulations across multiple articles including zoning districts, permitted uses, accessory structures, setback requirements, and special exceptions. Key topics addressed include manufactured homes, stormwater management, flood plain management, outdoor lighting, swimming pools, fences, and renewable energy systems such as solar and wind installations.

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  • City of Columbia FY 2022/2023 Budget

    Columbia, SC
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    The City of Columbia's FY 2022/2023 Budget document, prepared as of June 14, 2022, outlines the city's financial plan and fund structure for the fiscal year running July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023. The budget is organized across multiple fund types including the General Fund (the principal operating fund supported primarily by property taxes, licenses, and permits), Special Revenues (for specific designated taxes and grants), and Enterprise Funds (for business-type operations such as Water & Sewer, Storm Water, and Parking). The document describes the budget framework, revenue components with designated and unrestricted uses, and notes that South Carolina law requires the city to adopt a balanced budget by ordinance with a public hearing before each fiscal year begins.

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  • Knoxville-Knox County Planning | KnoxPlanning.org

    Knoxville, TN
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    This document establishes the administrative rules and procedures of the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission, located at 400 Main Street, Suite 403, Knoxville, TN 37902, as amended through December 11, 2025. The rules govern public notice requirements through newspaper advertisement, signage, mail, and the planning website; application procedures for rezoning, special use permits, subdivisions, and street or subdivision name changes; and the handling of sequential applications and supplemental information. The document also defines land divisions excluded from regulation, including partitions among owners and divisions of land into tracts of five or more acres that are not subdivisions, and addresses staff recommendations and appeals processes.

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  • Schuylkill County Zoning Ordinance - IIS Windows Server

    Pottsville, PA
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    Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania adopted Zoning Ordinance Number 2010-1 on December 22, 2010, which was prepared by a Zoning Ordinance Committee, the County Planning Commission, and planning staff, with partial funding from a Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development Land Use Technical Assistance Program Grant. The ordinance establishes comprehensive zoning regulations covering administration, permits, enforcement, variances, appeals, and special exception use processes across the county's 160-page document.

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  • Summary of Zoning Districts of the City of Fort Worth

    Fort Worth, TX
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    This document is a reference guide from Fort Worth's Planning and Development Department that outlines the city's zoning district classifications and their permitted uses. It categorizes zoning into three main types: Special Use Districts (such as Agricultural, Community Facilities, and Historic and Cultural), Residential Districts for one-family detached homes (ranging from A-2.5A with 2.5-acre minimum lots to AR with 3,500 sq. ft. minimum lots), and districts allowing two-family and multifamily residential development with varying density requirements. The guide specifies minimum lot sizes, maximum dwelling unit densities, and permitted ancillary uses for each zoning classification to help regulate land use throughout the city.

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  • COLUMBIA TOWNSfflP ZONING ORDINANCE Adopted 1982 Major revision 2007

    Columbia, SC
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    Columbia Township's Zoning Ordinance, originally adopted in 1982 with major revisions in 2007 and subsequent amendments through 2020, establishes land use regulations across six zoning districts: Residential (R1), Residential-Resort (R2), Residential-Old Plats (RO), Agricultural (A), Commercial (C), and Industrial (I), along with a Residential Mobile Home district. The ordinance provides detailed dimensional standards, permitted uses, special use permit requirements, and regulations for non-conforming properties, flood hazard areas, and lot configurations. The document was developed based on the 2002 Master Plan with 2014 amendments based on the 2009 Master Plan Update, guided by the Columbia Township Planning Commission, Board of Trustees, and Zoning Board of Appeals.

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  • Zoning Board of Appeals | City of Worcester

    Worcester, MA
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    The City of Worcester's Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) is a five-member volunteer regulatory board appointed by the City Manager that holds public hearings on special permit applications, variance requests to deviate from zoning requirements, applications for privileged non-conforming structures, and appeals of Building Commissioner zoning decisions. The ZBA evaluates applications against criteria in the Zoning Ordinance and may impose conditions on approvals to protect public health, safety, or welfare. As of July 2025, all current and upcoming agendas, archived meeting minutes dating back to 2021, and meeting videos are available through the OneMeeting portal; public comments must be submitted at least 48 hours before meetings using the Board & Commissions Public Comment Form. The City of Worcester warns of ongoing scams impersonating city officials requesting wire transfers for permits, and clarifies that legitimate permit fees are requested by check or through the OpenGov portal only.

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  • CITY OF SOUTH PORTLAND IN COUNCIL ORDINANCE #4 ...

    Portland, ME
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    Ordinance #4-22/23 amends Chapter 27 (Zoning) of South Portland's Code of Ordinances to modify residential district regulations and add new definitions and permitted uses. Key changes include adding accessory dwelling units (ADUs) as a permitted use in the Rural Residential District and as a special exception in the same district, defining ADUs as independent residential units subordinate to single-family homes or multi-unit structures with up to three units, and permitting medium- and large-scale ground-mounted solar energy systems in rural areas. The ordinance also references adaptive reuse provisions and maintains the Rural Residential District's purpose of conserving open space at a density of one dwelling unit per two net residential acres.

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  • ZONING HEARING BOARD OF DOYLESTOWN TOWNSHIP

    Doylestown, PA
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    The Zoning Hearing Board of Doylestown Township held a hearing on March 27, 2025, to consider an application by Albert and Jeanette DeRichemond to legalize an existing accessory family apartment in their single-family residence at 50 Poplar Lane. The applicants sought a special exception and a variance to permit the apartment to exceed the standard 25% size limit of usable floor area, as the apartment already existed when they purchased the property in 2000 and will be used to house a caregiver due to health concerns. The board found the applicants had proper standing and that the subject property, a 1.09-acre lot in the R-1 Residential Zoning District, met all legal notice requirements for the hearing.

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  • OAKLAND Oakland, California, Planning Code Page 1 OAKLAND PLANNING CODE 1997

    Oakland, CA
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    This document is the Oakland Planning Code of 1997, a codification of Oakland, California's general planning ordinances organized into Title 17 covering planning regulations. The code has been supplemented through Ordinances passed up to June 9, 2020, and includes 935 total pages (as indicated by the page count). The code comprises multiple chapters establishing zoning regulations and land use classifications, including chapters governing the City Planning Commission, Landmarks Preservation Advisory Board, open space zones (OS), residential zones (RH, RD, RM, RU, R-80), commercial zones (CN, CC, CR, C-40, C-45, CBD, HBX), industrial zones (M-20, M-30, M-40, CIX, IG, IO), and specialized zones such as medical center (S-1) and civic center (S-2) commercial zones. The document serves as the primary regulatory framework defining permitted uses, development standards, and zoning designations for properties within Oakland.

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  • COLUMBIA TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE Ordinance No. 2019 - 0218 Adopted

    Columbia, SC
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    Columbia Township adopted Zoning Ordinance No. 2019-0218 on February 18, 2019, establishing comprehensive land use regulations for Jackson County, Michigan. The ordinance contains 22 articles covering zoning districts, permitted uses, site development requirements, special land uses, environmental protection, signage, parking, and administrative procedures including enforcement and appeals processes. The ordinance includes a zoning map dated September 10, 2018, and provides tables specifying permitted principal uses across agricultural, residential, commercial, and industrial zoning districts.

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  • Page 1 of 1 NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION

    Buffalo, NY
    Agenda

    The New Buffalo Township Planning Commission held a regular meeting and public hearing on December 5, 2023, to consider a petition by NBNC, LLC for a special land use permit to operate an adult-use marijuana establishment at 19500 M239 in New Buffalo. The agenda included public comment periods, review of the special land use application under the township's zoning ordinance standards, approval of minutes, setting 2024 meeting dates, and adoption of a public comment policy.

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  • Boards & Commissions | Worcester County

    Worcester, MA
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    Worcester County operates three boards overseeing land use and building compliance. The Board of Zoning Appeals (seven members) holds up to 24 meetings annually on the second Thursday and third Wednesday of each month, reviewing special exceptions, variances, nonconforming use appeals, and forest conservation matters; contact Kristen Tremblay at 410-632-1200 (ext 1131) for details. The Building Code Appeals Board (seven members) hears appeals regarding building official decisions and code interpretation, though it cannot waive code requirements. The Electrical Board (seven members) regulates electrician registration, prepares and updates exams aligned with the National Electric Code, and approves applications for registration and reciprocity; electrical permits cost $25.00 and must be inspected by one of three approved agencies.

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  • NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP BOARD REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 17th, 2026, 5:00 P.M.

    Buffalo, NY
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    The New Buffalo Township Board held a regular meeting on February 17, 2026, to address routine administrative matters and substantial new business items. The consent agenda included approval of bills totaling approximately $636,000 across multiple funds, as well as quotes for equipment maintenance and repairs, including a heating system replacement at the water booster station and fire equipment purchases. The new business section contained numerous agenda items related to marijuana establishment regulations, including violation reviews for multiple cannabis retailers, outdoor assembly permit applications for various marijuana businesses, and special land use extension approvals.

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  • City of Allentown Zoning Ordinance Ordinance No. 14835 Exhibit A

    Allentown, PA
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    The City of Allentown Zoning Ordinance No. 14835 was adopted by City Council on November 3, 2010, and became effective November 15, 2010 (November 2015 Edition). The ordinance comprises 17 articles and an Official Zoning Map that regulate land use and development across residential, commercial, and industrial districts. Key articles include Article 1313, which outlines permitted uses by zoning district (either "by right" or by "special exception" requiring Zoning Hearing Board approval); Article 1315, which specifies lot area, setbacks, height, and building coverage requirements; and Article 1327, which establishes additional requirements for specific uses. The ordinance serves as the primary regulatory document for property development applications and zoning determinations in Allentown.

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  • 1. 2. 3. 4. AGENDA CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP BOARD REGULAR MEETING

    Lansing, MI
    Agenda

    This is a meeting agenda for Meridian Township Board's regular meeting scheduled for October 6, 2015, at 6:00 p.m. The agenda includes consent items such as approval of minutes from September 8 and September 15, 2015 meetings, fire department staffing actions, and authorization to sell properties at 4675 Okemos Road and 2150 Clinton Street (MARC/Fire Station). Public hearings are scheduled for Mixed Use Planned Unit Development #15034 Red Cedar Flats, and discussion items include rezoning #15050 Stockwell, Daniels Drain Improvements, and a Special Use Permit #15121 for Red Cedar Flats. A public hearing for Kansas Street Sanitary Sewer Special Assessment District No. 52 is set for November 3, 2015.

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  • NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING/PUBLIC HEARING

    Buffalo, NY
    Agenda

    The New Buffalo Township Planning Commission held a regular meeting and public hearing on July 18, 2023, to consider three Special Land Use petitions for Adult-Use Marihuana Retail Establishments: El Dorado LLC's application at three properties on US 12 and El Dorado Avenue (Case 2023-07-04), and JARS Holdings LLC's applications at two locations on M-239 and US 12 (Cases 2023-07-05 and 2023-07-06). The Planning Commission reviewed each application against zoning ordinance standards including adequacy of information, site design characteristics, appearance, and compliance with district requirements, with opportunities for zoning administrator comments, applicant comments, written correspondence, and public comment on each petition.

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  • Oh

    Toledo, OH
    Other

    This document is a listing of active development cases for the City of Toledo as of September 2, 2025, showing various site plan reviews, special use permits, zone changes, and other planning applications in various stages of review. The cases range from minor administrative matters to more complex projects requiring Plan Commission approval, with several scheduled for September 11, 2025 hearings. Notable issues include stormwater and illegal use violations requiring resolution before certain projects can proceed, and several applications awaiting applicant submissions or revised plans.

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