Zoning Department
About
Zoning permits are required for all buildings, additions, pools, ponds, decks, driveway pipes, ditch enclosures, garage sales and fences.
Contact LaGrange Township Zoning Inspector Marty Mohr to obtain a permit or if you have any zoning questions.
Permit Checklist:
Contact Zoning Inspector about filling out a permit Application. (Contact Info above)
Create a site plan drawing of the property, location and measurement of distances from other structures and property lines.
For new buildings you need to fill out and submit the Lorain County Health Department Property Improvement application and submit for approval.
A construction drawing for all new construction.
Did you know that anyone in the county that disturbs 1 acre or more of soil needs an Erosion and Sediment Control Permit? The permit is obtained from the County Soil and Water per EPA rules (except agricultural interests).
A Zoning Permit is required prior to construction.
Zoning Commission Board
About
The LaGrange Township Zoning Commission is comprised of five residents and two alternates, all residents of LaGrange Township and are charged with maintaining the Township’s current land use and providing recommendations to the Township concerning any recommended changes to current Zoning Regulations. Each member, including alternates, serves a four-year term that expires on a two-year rotational basis. This method ensures the Board retains experience throughout new member transitions. The Board operates within Ohio Revised Code sections 519.01 – 519.99 and is responsible for maintaining the Township’s Zoning Regulations.
Zoning amendments can be proposed by Zoning Commission, Township citizens, or anyone wishing to recommend a change to the Township’s current Zoning Regulations. Both the Zoning Commission and The Board of Trustees hold public hearings before any changes are made to the Zoning Regulations. The Township Board of Trustees must vote to approve any changes proposed by the Zoning Commission.
The Zoning Commission meets the 1st Monday of each month at 7:00 PM at the LaGrange Township Complex. All meetings are open to the public.
Team
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Rick Knight, Chair, Term expires 12/31/2028
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Susan Yoder. Vice Chair, Term expires 12/31/2026
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Joe Jones, member, Term expires 12/31/2030
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Jake Tompkins, member (alternate), Term expires 12/31/2030
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Ron Pickworth, member, Term expires 12/31/2028
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Russ Reising, member, Term expires 12/31/2026
Board of Zoning Appeals
About
The Board of Zoning Appeals is composed of five members and two alternates and is comprised of Township residents. Their function and duties include interpreting the ordinance, deciding appeals from administrative decisions and granting variances (use and nonuse). A variance, if granted, allows a departure from a particular requirement of the zoning ordinance.
The Zoning Board of Appeals meets as necessary at the LaGrange Township Complex and all hearings will be published at least 10 days before the scheduled meeting.
Team
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Jill Windelspecht, Chair, Term expires 12/31/2026
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Kevin Henthorn, member, Term expires 12/31/2026
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Mike Hornby, member, Term expires 12/31/2028
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Frank Lupinski, member, Term expires 12/31/2028
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David Simmerman, member, Term expires 12/31/2030
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Tine Henthorn, alternate, Term expires 12/31/2026
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Andy Pennell, alternate, Term expires 12/31/2026