This webinar looks at how zoning board members act like judges and how their decisions impact communities. It also takes a deep dive into variance decisions covering the different types of variances, legal standards for granting a variance, and how to create a complete record for the courts.
Role of the Zoning Board - July 11, 2023 - PowerPoint
Role of the Zoning Board - July 11, 2023 - Video
Role of the Zoning Board - July 11, 2023 - Audio Only
Role of the Zoning Board and Variance Key Points
Zoning Boards Announcement of Proceedings & Hearing Checklist
Variance Process - Platteville
Variance Staff Report
Variance Application - Iowa County
Variance Application - Oneida County
Variance Application - Waukesha County
Variance Decision Forms
Variance General Zoning Decision Form
Variance Shoreland Zoning Decision Form
Variance Floodplain Zoning Decision Form
Impervious Surfaces
Protecting Your Waterfront Investment
Value of Shoreland Zoning (video animation)
Land Use Training & Resources
Land Use Training & Resources offers access to online education modules about plan commissions and zoning boards and the role they play in land use planning and management. It also provides a variety of information and resources, including community outreach examples, for municipalities interested in expanding their communication through digital processes.
Plan Commission Handbook
The Plan Commission Handbook is designed to assist the plan commission, local government officials and citizens in understanding the roles and responsibilities of the plan commission and related decision-making standards.
Zoning Board Handbook
The Zoning Board Handbook is intended to assist zoning board members, local government officials and citizens in understanding the role of the zoning board and the procedures and standards with which their decisions must comply.
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