Please contact the Zoning Inspector at (419) 734-6120 prior to beginning any project. Office hours are 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday exclusive of holidays.

The Township Trustees appoint the Zoning Inspector and a total of ten citizens to serve on the Zoning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals. Each board has five members with two alternates. Each member of the Zoning Commission and the Board of Zoning Appeals serves a five-year term.

The Zoning Commission hears requests for zoning resolution text amendments and rezoning of property. The Board of Zoning Appeals reviews requests for variances, conditional uses and denials of permits or disputed actions of the Zoning Inspector. Both boards are responsible for making decisions and voting on them.

The Township's Land Use Plan is updated on an as-needed basis. This master plan provides detailed recommendations for proper use of all Township Land. It is an effective tool when utilized in conjunction with the zoning resolution during rezoning requests.

A copy of the Township zoning resolution may be purchased from the Zoning Inspector for a nominal fee or it may be viewed on this website by clicking on "Zoning Resolution". A copy of the Land Use Plan can be purchased from the Regional Planning Commission located at the Ottawa County Courthouse, 315 Madison in Port Clinton. Phone: (419) 734-6780.