Application for Zoning Permit - Fence

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

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)

3.Physical Property Information:

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

• Scaled Site Plan:   1) Show actual dimensions and shape of lot 2) Location on lot of proposed fence
• For fences required to be open, provide a proportional drawing/sketch of the fence showing the dimensions, configuration and openness that shows the fence to be at least 50% open.

** It is recommended fence be at least a "mower-width" off property line so not to encroach on neighbor while maintaining fence.  Or as a minimum, 6" off the property line to ensure the fence does not encroach onto neighboring property. 

Important Information & Agencies:

• 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 
• Fence regulations are covered in the Zoning Resolution under Section 10.3 "Fence Requirements"
• 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 will comply 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.

Excerpt from Zoning Resolution:

* 10.3 Fence Requirements:

• In all zoning districts, an Open or Solid fence shall be permitted provided such fence does not exceed six (6) feet in height and otherwise complies with the requirements of Section 10.2(D)(1) (Exceptions to Yard Setback Requirements).
• Notwithstanding the above, Canal Front Lots and Lake Front Lots shall be limited to an Open Fence that does not exceed four (4) feet in height and otherwise complies with the requirements of Section 10.2(D)(1) (Exceptions to Yard Setback Requirements). Solid fences shall not be permitted on Canal Front Lots or Lake Front Lots, except when necessary to comply with the requirements in the applicable zoning district for enclosing a permitted swimming pool.

* 10.2 Measurements:

D. Exceptions to Yard Setback Requirements

1. Unless otherwise limited by the applicable zoning district, a wall or fence not over six (6) feet high may be erected in any required setback, except a front yard setback in which case the height of the wall or fence shall not be over four (4) feet. If the wall is a retaining wall the height shall be measured on the highest (fill) side. No fence, tree, or foliage shall be maintained on a lot that will materially obstruct the view of a driver of a vehicle.
2. Steps, open and uncovered porches, decks, or other similar features not over three and one-half (3 1⁄2) feet in height above the average finished grade may project into a setback for a distance not to exceed five (5) feet. For those Lake Front Lots abutting the Buckeye Lake Dam, steps used for the sole purpose of ingress/egress to the dwelling unit may project into a side yard setback for a distance not to exceed five (5) feet regardless of their height, provided that such features do not extend above the top elevation of the Buckeye Lake Dam.

* Definition of OPEN FENCE– A fence constructed for its functional, ornamental, or decorative effect and, when viewed at right angles, having not less than 50% of its vertical surface area open to light and air. Examples of open fences include, but are not limited to, picket fences (when the space between the vertical boards is greater than the width of the boards), chain link fences, split rail fences, and wrought iron fences.

Provide check only after Application has been approved