Board of Building and Zoning Appeals

Upon application, the Board of Building and Zoning Appeals hears refusals to issue permits by The City Building and Zoning Department.  Under certain circumstances, it can grant land use variances to property owners.  

Details regarding the purpose and duties of the B.Z.A. can be found in Chapter 1117 of the City's Codified Ordinances and Section 5.3 of the City Charter.

Click to view Chapter 1117 of the City's Codified Ordinances

Click here to view the City Charter

The Board consists of five members that are appointed by the Mayor.  Meetings are typically held in the Council Chambers of City Hall at 8:00pm on the second Tuesdays of each month (when necessary).  

To contact the Board of Building and Zoning Appeals
E-mail the Board of Building and Zoning Appeals at BZA@WilloughbyHills-OH.gov