The Delaware County Board of Commissioners is currently seeking to appoint one member as an alternate to the Board of Zoning Appeals for an unexpired term ending December 31, 2026.
The Board of Zoning Appeals consists of five (5) members, and up to two alternate members, who serve five (5) year terms. Members shall be residents of the unincorporated area of the county included in the zoned area (Marlboro, Radnor and Thompson Townships) with no more than two members residing in the same township. Currently, interested candidates can be residents of any of these townships, but residency in Marlboro Township is preferred.
This Board works in conjunction with the zoning inspector and other local agents to ensure that policies and practices are being adhered to and enforced. Specific responsibilities of this Board include:
- Hear and decide appeals due to alleged error in any order, requirement, decision or determination made by an administrative official;
- Authorize, upon appeal, variance from the terms of the zoning resolution;
- Grant conditional zoning certificates for the use of land, buildings, or other structures if such certificates are provided for in the zoning resolution.
Interested individuals can apply by using Delaware County’s online application portal. For any questions regarding this application procedure, please contact Matt Brown, Delaware County Human Resources, 740-833-2125 or mbrown@co.delaware.oh.us
Completed Board Appointment applications must be received through the application portal no later than 11:59 p.m. on July 2, 2026.