What is a Variance and when do I need one?

A Variance is needed when an applicant wishes to do something on their property that is not permitted by the Prairie Township Zoning Resolution. 

The Variance Application and BZA Meeting Schedule can be found on the Zoning Department's page.

The Zoning Inspector will provide the proper paperwork to the applicant, file it with the Board, and assist the applicant through the Variance process.

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1. I received a "Notice to Abate a Nuisance." What does this mean?
2. I received a Trash Citation Tag on my door. What do I need to do?
3. I received a Trash Citation in the mail. What do I need to do?
4. Can I have chickens or farm animals on my property?
5. Can I have a yard sale?
6. Can I hunt on Prairie Township property?
7. Do I need a permit to build a fence on my property?
8. Do I need a permit to replace my roof?
9. Do I need a permit to sell door-to-door?
10. Do you do residential zoning?
11. Do you take credit cards?
12. How can I determine where my lot lines are?
13. How do I dispose of tree and shrub trimmings?
14. How do I file a Nuisance or Zoning complaint?
15. How do I report an inoperable vehicle?
16. How do I submit a Commercial Building Permit?
17. How much does a residential zoning permit cost?
18. What is a Variance and when do I need one?
19. What types of projects require a Zoning Compliance (Permit)?
20. When is the Zoning Department open?
21. Where can I find a map of Prairie Township?