Application for Zoning Permit - Accessory Structure or Shed & Additions

Office of Zoning, 11420 Millersport Rd. NE Millersport, OH 43046

Phone ▪ 740-467-2420     Fax ▪ 740-994-5182
Email ▪ zoninginspector@walnuttownship.com     Web ▪ www.walnuttownship.com

An Accessory structure or shed is only allowed to be constructed on a lot/parcel after a dwelling has been constructed.

ACCESSORY STRUCTURE - A structure detached from the principal building and subordinate to the principal use of a building on the lot or tract and serving a purpose customarily incidental to the use of the principal building. Accessory buildings are located on the same lot as the primary building and are not designed or permitted for human occupancy as a dwelling. Examples of accessory structures are detached private garages, carports, sheds, pool houses, storage buildings, and other similar type buildings.

The undersigned applies for a Zoning Permit for the purpose stated. The requested Zoning Permit is issued on the basis of the information contained within this application. The Applicant hereby certifies that all information and attachments to this application are true and correct. Further, the Applicant understands this permit is void if the work is not started within 1 year or is not completed within two (2) years. (Owner please initial)

(If parcel is not located in a platted subdivision, a legal description must be attached)

7. Building set back dimensions are to be measured from the eaves/roof overhang (not the foundation) to the property lines:

8.  Building size:

10. Each application is to contain the following attachments and clearly indicate project address on each page:

• Scaled and dimensioned Site Plan:   1) Show property lines, bearings and distances of lot/parcel 2) Exact size & location on lot of proposed home, addition or alteration, clearly indicate the roof eave/roof overhang on the plan 3) Dimensions of front, rear and side set-backs 4) Street frontage 5) Exact dimensions and locations of other buildings 6) Easements 7) Right-of-ways 

IMPORTANT: It is imperative the applicant understands the building setback is measured from the lot line (property line) to the roof eave/roof overhang, NOT the walls and that line is clearly noted and dimensioned on the site plan. Failure to do so will result in a delay in your application.

• Copy of Deed
• Flood Plain Permit (where Reqd.)
• Well permit or affidavit stating service is municipal water service
• On-site sewage treatment or affidavit stating service is municipal sewer
• Twp. Road right-of-way permit (if Twp. Road)
• ODNR approval for any work on or near the Buckeye Lake dam

This permit application applies only to the Walnut Township Zoning Resolution. The Applicant understands that additional permits may be required from County, State or other regulatory agencies. The Applicant understands it is their responsibility to contact the appropriate agencies and comply with their regulations.

Important Information:

• Township Zoning District Map - http://www.co.fairfield.oh.us/rpc/pdf/wa_Zoning_sep_13.pdf
• Walnut Township Zoning Resolution/Code - www.Walnuttwp.com.
• Underground water and soil suitability verification (no cost) - Fairfield Co. Soil & Water Conservation District | 740-653-8154
• Underground Utilities-Contact the specific utility and OUPS at 1-800-362-2764, before you dig!
• See "Zoning Permit Application Instructions" and "Building In Walnut Township" for other important information.

The Applicant hereby certifies that all information and attachments to this application are true and correct and agrees with all aspects of this permit and the Zoning Resolution.

By signing, the Applicant understands that he/she must comply with all applicable Walnut Township Zoning Resolutions before he/she is granted a final Zoning Permit. In order for the final Zoning Permit to be approved, the Zoning Inspector, or his designee, may inspect the property multiple times during the construction process to ensure compliance with Walnut Township Zoning Resolutions. The Zoning Inspector, or his designee, shall notify the Applicant of the Zoning Inspector's, or his designee's, intent to inspect the property and schedule a time with Applicant for said inspection.  Upon receiving notice, Applicant agrees to consent to the Zoning Inspector's, or his designee's, entrance on the Applicant's property for the requested inspection. Failure of the Applicant to permit the Zoning Inspector, or his designee, to enter the Applicant's property during the construction process may result in the Applicant's final Zoning Permit being denied.

Once permit is issued and project is ready for construction, provide preliminary construction stakes showing outline of construction, lot lines and lot pins and notify Zoning Inspector one (1) week minimum prior to construction.

Provide check only after Application has been approved