Board of Zoning Appeal

Purpose
Section 4-7 of Ordinance No. 116 authorizes the Board of Zoning Appeals to grant a variance in special cases if a literal enforcement of the zoning ordinance would create an unnecessary hardship on the individual property owner. 

Appointment
The Board of Zoning Appeals is composed of nine members, appointed by the city council after recommendation by the mayor. Appointments are for a term of five years.

Meeting
The Board of Zoning Appeals meets as deemed necessary.  Notice of meetings are posted to the website on the City Calendar.