Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning OrdinanceAbout

The Zoning Board of Appeals is comprised of five members.This Board meets on an ‘as needed’ basis.Tasked with making determinations and decisions regarding variances from the zoning ordinance, appeals of administrative decisions and interpretations.

The general responsibilities of the ZBA include:

  • Interpretation of the Zoning Ordinance.
  • Hear appeals of decisions made by an administrative official or body due to error, inconsistent application of regulatory requirements, or some other alleged injustice.
  • Determination of requirements for a use not specifically listed in the Zoning Ordinance or appeal of interpretations by an administrative official or body.
  • Hear appeals for a variance from a Zoning Ordinance provision due to a practical difficulty or unnecessary hardship associated with a unique property.