Board of Zoning Appeals | 09-03-26

The Blount County Government Board of Zoning Appeals held a meeting on September 3, 2026, primarily to consider a special exemption request regarding a change of nonconforming use at 1718 Kings Circle in Merrillville. The applicant sought approval to convert part of a building previously used for retail and distribution of hot tubs into a by-appointment-only tattoo studio. The property is zoned residential, and the request required the board to determine if the new use was of lesser impact than the original. After staff review and no public opposition, the board approved the special exemption subject to all required permits. No other procurement or budget matters were discussed during the meeting.