ZONING DEPARTMENT
DISCLAIMER:
The Zoning Resolution and other documents that appear may not reflect the most current legislation adopted by the township. The Zoning Resolution is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as the definitive authority for local legislation. Additionally, the formatting and pagination of the posted documents may vary from the formatting and pagination of the official copy. The official printed copy of the Zoning Resolution should be consulted prior to any action being taken. For further information regarding the official version of any portion of the Zoning Resolution, please contact Penfield Township Zoning Inspector directly.
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Click on the links below to view the particular section in pdf format.
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Penfield Township Zoning Resolution [Revised January 2024]
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Zoning Regulation Downloads
Click here to view the BZA Minutes, Zoning Monthly Reports & Zoning Commission Minutes
ZONING PERMITS
Zoning permits are required for new houses, additions, and conversion of buildings to residential use.
Click here to view the *** Zoning Permit Process ***
Permits are required for new homes, additions, accessory buildings, sheds on skids greater than 10’X12’, ponds, outdoor signs, fences, garages and pools with a water depth capacity of 2 feet or greater and a length, width or diameter of twelve feet. Conditional use permits are required for Home Occupations, Bed & Breakfast, and Wireless Communication Facilities. Contact the Zoning Inspector, Scott Hopkins at 330-591-8504 or zoninginspector@penfieldtownship.com with any questions or problems regarding zoning. Zoning books with maps are available for $15.00.
ZONING & APPEALS
Zoning Commission meetings are held quarterly, on the 3rd Thursday of January, April, July, and October. Otherwise, meetings are scheduled as needed and posted on the Town Hall bulletin board. Appeals Board meetings will be held at the call of the chair, and at such other times as the Board may determine.
SUBDIVISION RESOLUTION:
ZONING SECRETARY
Amy Smith
440-864-4923
ZONING COMMISSION
Chuck Magel (Chair)
216-695-1223
Jennifer Smith Hoops
​Jerry Rathwell
​Bruce Ramsey - 1st Alt
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Bill Axford - 2nd Alt
APPEALS BOARD
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Colin Gordon (Chair)
​440-935-4937
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Amy Younglas
Eric Gnandt
Dean Bremke
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Greg Younglas
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Don Hill - 1st Alt
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John Devereaux - 2nd Alt
WHAT CAN I BURN?
Click here to download the EPA chart which provides an overview of what is allowed. You can receive the complete resolution by contacting the Fiscal Officer and paying the copying fee of 0.05¢ per page (total of 0.75¢ plus mailing costs).