Planning and Zoning Department
The Village of Granville has long been well known for its unique character and historic architectural features. This is something that the Village residents take pride in through sensitive and tasteful design. The Village also does its part through the Planning and Zoning Department, which oversees the continued growth and development of the community.
Zoning is a fundamental aspect of any community. It is the requirements by which all construction and development is approved in the Village. Granville’s Zoning Code and Zoning Map supply these requirements for each zoning district. The Zoning Code requires that any new construction, addition, remodel, or modification to any building, structure or land with in the Village limits must be approved by the Village Staff or by the Granville Planning Commission. This would include homes, garages, air conditioning units, fences, swimming pools, antennas, signs, driveways, or anything which is fixed to the ground. In any of these situations, a property owner who desires approval for a Zoning Permit must file an application with the Planning and Zoning Department to be considered. A permit is also required for any excavation, demolition, or construction of a building, structure, or land in the Village. The only types of construction that are exempt from acquiring a zoning permit are exact replacements (such as replacing steps), the re-roofing of a building or structure, or the re-painting of a building or structure. However, if any replacement, re-roofing, or re-painting alters the building or structure architecturally, the property owner is required to pursue the issuance of a zoning permit.
If any application does not meet the criteria found in the Zoning Code, the application will be denied. However, the applicant may request a variance hearing with the Board of Zoning and Building Appeals to be granted reprieve from that portion of the Code (i.e. setback requirements). The Board of Zoning and Building Appeals meets once a month to hear the variance applications.
If you plan any activity that is not exempted or your project requires a variance, you are required to apply for a permit at the Village Offices and submit the required fee. If your property is located in the Architectural Review Overly District, you are required to meet additional architectural standards, which can be found in Section 1161 of the Zoning Code, and you are required to receive approval from the Granville Planning Commission. The Planning Commission considers all applications on a bi-monthly basis. Generally, if your property is located outside the Architectural Review Overlay District, the Planning and Zoning Staff will review the application and render a decision.
When you are considering any project it is best to contact the Planning and Zoning Department to find out what the regulations are and what approval may be needed prior to starting the project. If you have any additional questions or comments, please feel free to contact the Planning and Zoning Director by phone at (740) 587-0707.
Additional Information
Application submittal deadlines for Planning Commission review
Application submittal deadlines for review by Board of Zoning and Building Appeals
Planning and Zoning Code
Zoning Fees
Sign Code
Please contact the Planning and Zoning Office at 587-0707 for information about application forms:
Conditional Use Application
Demolition Permit Application
Excavation Permit Application
Flood Hazard Overlay District Application
Home Occupation Permit Application
Non-Conforming Use Application
Sign Permit Application
Subdivision and Development Regulations
Variance Application
Zoning Amendment Application
Zoning and Architectural Permit Application
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