Walnut Township Application for Zoning Permit

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. (Applicant please initial)

Zoning Resolution Article III Definitions "SWIMMING POOL - A pool, pond, lake or open tank capable of containing at least three feet of water at any point and maintained by the owner or manager. This definition does not include portable swimming pools with a diameter of less than twelve (12) feet or with an area of less than one hundred (100) square feet or farm ponds.

Applicant's initials

Initial to acknowledge you understand and agree to the above paragraph(s).

1. Name of Property Owner/Applicant

Mailing address

Include street address, city, state, ZIP

Home phone

Mobile phone

Business phone

Email Address

example@example.com

2. Name of Contractor and business name

Mailing address

Include street address, city, state, ZIP

Home phone

Mobile phone

Business phone

Email Address

example@example.com

3.Physical address of property for this application:

Physical address of property for this application

Include street address, city, state, ZIP

Subdivision Name

Parcel No.

Section

Range

Lot No.

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

4. Current property zoning district

Estimated cost of construction $

5. Lot Total Area (Square Feet)

Lot size in Square Feet (leave blank if using Total Area in Acres, next field)

...or, Lot Total Area (Acres)

Lot size in Acres (leave blank if using Total Area in Square Feet, previous field)

Street Frontage

feet

6. Pool setback dimensions from the property lines or road R/W:

"No swimming pool will be permitted within a front yard setback. A Swimming pool shall otherwise be setback a minimum of twelve (12') feet from any lot line or easement." For swimming pools in non-conforming lots, refer to Zoning Resolution, Section 5.4 Non-Conforming Lots. Front setback requirements from road/street R/W line are based on Zoning District:

RR - front yard setback = 100'
R1 - front yard setback = 50'
R1 LF - front yard (lakeside) setback = 25'
R2 - front yard setback = 25'
R2 LF - front yard (lakeside) setback = 25'
RMU - front yard setback = 25'

7. Location of pool: Front (min. front yard setback):

Rear (12' min.)

Side (12' min.)

8. Configuration of swimming pool:

In-ground poolAbove-ground pool

Pool dimensions

Enter length x width, etc.

Height above grade

feet

9. Safety - Pools that are in ground and or less than 4’ above grade require a 4’ high secure fence and lockable gate for safety purposes. (All new fences require a “Fence Permit”.) All pools 4’ and higher require a lockable ladder/gate. Describe method for safely securing pool:

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

Scaled Site Plan: 1) Show property lines, bearings and distances of lot/parcel 2) Exact size & location on lot of proposed pool 3) Dimensions of front, rear and side set-backs 4) Exact dimensions and locations of other buildings 5) Easements 6) Right-of-ways

Upload the required attachments for site plans, etc. (NOTE: Project address must be clearly indicated on each page of each attachment.)

Site plans and other required documents, drawings, etc.

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 - Fairfield County Regional Planning website, go to “County Sources” tab, click “Township information”.
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.

Property Owner (only)

Full name

Signature

Date

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

Application for Zoning Permit - Swimming Pool

1. Property Owner/Applicant Information:

2. Contractor Information:

3. Physical Property Information: