Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals grants variances and interprets provisions of the City’s zoning code, as well as resolves disputes regarding decisions of the zoning official. This Board meets on the third Tuesday of every month at 6 PM in City Hall unless otherwise notified. The meeting is typically held in the Dome Auditorium or in Council Chambers.
Regular meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month. The public may attend the meetings in person or via Zoom using the information below.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89916324520
Meeting ID: 899 1632 4520
Dial by your location: +1 309 205 3325 US
| Meeting Materials | Google Drive |
Zoning Board of Appeals Applications
Zoning Board of Appeals application for zoning ordinance interpretation. Updated 7.8.25
| Resource | Description | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| Use & Non-Use Variance Explanations | This file includes two informational documents which explain the meaning behind the various standards for use and non-use variances. | Open file (new tab) Download |
| Use Variance Application | Zoning Board of Appeals application for a use variance. Updated 7.8.25 | Open file (new tab) Download |
| Use Variance Application (Form Fill) | Zoning Board of Appeals form fill application for a use variance. Updated 7.8.25 | Open file (new tab) Download |
| Non-Use Variance Application | Zoning Board of Appeals application for a non-use variance. Updated 7.8.25 | Open file (new tab) Download |
| Non-Use Variance Application (Form Fill) | Zoning Board of Appeals form fill application for a non-use variance. Updated 7.8.25 | Open file (new tab) Download |
| Administrative Appeal Application | Zoning Board of Appeals application for administrative appeal. Updated 7.8.25 | Open file (new tab) Download |
| Interpretation Application | Zoning Board of Appeals application for zoning ordinance interpretation. Updated 7.8.25 | Open file (new tab) Download |
Zoning Board of Appeals Documents
| Resource | Description | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Schedule | 2025 Meeting Schedule for the Zoning Board of Appeals. Application deadlines are approximate and does not guarantee placement on any specific agenda. | Open file (new tab) Download |
| 2025 ZBA Member Roster | Zoning Board of Appeals members as of February 5th, 2025. | Open file (new tab) Download |
| ZBA Variance Procedure Information | Open file (new tab) Download | |
| Guide to Development | A document detailing the various application review processes within the Department of Planning and Development. | Open file (new tab) Download |
| Public Participation Plan | A document designed to provide a framework for determining the appropriate type and amount of public participation required for various purposes, and also to identify a variety of communication and participation strategies that are appropriate based on the intended audience. This document applies to those bodies under the purview of the Department of Planning and Development. | Open file (new tab) Download |
| ZBA By-Laws | Open file (new tab) Download |