Board Expectations
The Zoning Board of Appeals is responsible for considering variances or relief from the City Zoning Ordinances as it regards building, development and land use. This is a seven-member Board that meets on the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Applicants for the Zoning Board of Appeals should be able to physically inspect the area in which a zoning board variance is proposed in the community and apply City standards in a reasoned manner. Applicants will be able to increase their knowledge with review and use of the zoning ordinance and through trainings conducted by the City attorney.
MEETING SCHEDULE AND TERM
The Zoning Board of Appeals meets monthly as needed. Members serve for three-year terms.
Please note: Zoning Board of Appeals meetings are now in person.
- Leslie DeRusha
- Robert Houtman
- Aaron Johnson
- Alan Lipner
- Robert Spalding
- Mary VanNoord
- Susan West
- David Fant (alternate)
- Amanda Le (alternate)
Agendas and Minutes
Application Deadline and Meeting Schedule (2023)
Appeal of Administrative Ruling Application
Non-Use Variance Procedures
Non-Use Variance Application
Bylaws
Get Involved
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