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Board of Zoning Appeals

The Parma Heights Board of Zoning Appeals has been established by provision of our city charter, in accordance with the constitution of the State of Ohio.

The Commission:

• Consist of five (5) members, who are appointed by the mayor with the approval of a majority of city council members. They cannot hold other municipal office or appointment. Members serve for three (3) years.
• It takes 3 to 4 weeks to set up a meeting after all the information has been submitted. 
• Meetings are held at Parma Heights City Hall, 6281 Pearl Rd. @ 6:00 PM  

Requirements:

• Applicant will supply a letter of hardship stating why the variance is necessary.
• Applicant will also supply eight (8) sets of the entire packet. Your packet will consist of complete drawings with all necessary measurements, a plot plan, and any other information required for your variance along with the letter of hardship and completed application.
• A fee of Seventy Five Dollars ($75.00) shall accompany the packet. Make check made payable to The City of Parma Heights or exact cash.
• Applicant will be notified by mail as to the date of meeting.
• Surrounding property owners will also be notified of the meeting and are welcome to attend. This is a public meeting.
• The applicant is responsible to supply exhibits, evidence... to the board at the scheduled meeting.