Delaware County Board of Zoning Appeals - September 24th, 2026

The Delaware County Board of Zoning Appeals held its regular monthly meeting on September 24, 2026, addressing multiple zoning variance and special use requests. Key procurement-related actions included the approval of variances for property use changes, such as operating a nature-based enrichment program on a residential lot, establishing a car body shop in a farm zone, and allowing accessory structures without a primary dwelling. The board also approved variances for signage refacing, fence height increases for safety reasons, and the keeping of farm animals on less than five acres. Several cases involved conditions that variances were nontransferable and required obtaining proper permits and inspections. The board discussed ongoing administrative processes, including the Unified Development Ordinance update and potential administrative processing of variances through the HOSA process. The meeting concluded with updates on local transportation projects and the upcoming MPO conference. Overall, the meeting focused on zoning approvals with conditions that impact future permitting and property use, reflecting procurement and regulatory oversight in land use and development.