Painesville public meetings in 2022

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Painesville Board of Zoning Appeals approved two variance requests at its December 15, 2022 meeting. The first allows a garage at 147 Lusard St to be built closer to property lines than normally permitted. The second allows updated signs at 33 South St. Clair St. to remain in place despite not meeting current setback rules. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved variance for garage at 147 Lusard St, reducing front setback from 15 ft to 3 ft and side setbacks from 5 ft to 2.5 and 3 ft.
• Approved variance for wall and monument signs at 33 South St. Clair St., allowing a secondary wall sign and a monument sign 4.7 ft from the right-of-way (5 ft required).
• Applicant for garage stated a contractor tore down the old garage without permits; new garage will be on the same site.
• Sign variance requested by Accel Sign Group Inc. for existing signs being replaced; staff recommended approval because signs were preexisting and sign area not increasing.
• Both motions passed 3-0.

Board of Zoning Appeals Actions

The Painesville Board of Zoning Appeals held a public hearing on December 15, 2022, and voted 3-0 to approve two variance requests. One allows a garage closer to property lines on a corner lot, and the other permits a secondary wall sign and a monument sign with a reduced setback. No other business was discussed.

• Approved variance for garage at 147 Lusard St, reducing front setback from 15 ft to 3 ft and side setbacks from 5 ft to 2.5 and 3 ft
• Approved variance for secondary wall sign and monument sign at 33 South St. Clair St, reducing setback from 5 ft to 4.7 ft
• Both variances approved by 3-0 vote

Planning Commission

The Painesville Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to consider a conditional use permit request from Marc F. Burr of HDGV Limited, LLC for an event space at 987 Mentor Avenue. The commission will also review the minutes from the November 10 meeting and receive an update on a vacant commission seat. The agenda includes an administrative report on design review.

• Conditional use permit for event center at 987 Mentor Avenue (0.77 acres, B-1 district)
• Applicant: Marc F. Burr, Owner: HDGV Limited, LLC
• Event space for celebrations including birthdays, weddings, business meetings
• Design review administrative report
• Update on vacant Planning Commission spot

Planning Commission Actions

The Painesville Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted 3-0 to approve a conditional use permit for an event center at 987 Mentor Avenue, with a modification requiring drive aisles adjacent to parallel parking spaces to be at least 11 feet wide. The commission also received an administrative report on 2022 design review applications. No other matters were discussed.

• Approved conditional use permit for event space at 987 Mentor Avenue (parcel 15-C-036-J-00-005-0) in B-1 district
• Applicant: Marc F. Burr; Owner: HDGV Limited, LLC; 0.77 acres
• Motion carried 3-0 with condition: drive aisles adjacent to parallel parking must be minimum 11 feet wide
• Administrative report on 2022 design review applications

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Painesville Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request to allow three additional wall signs on the west side of a building at 431 Richmond Street, bringing the total to four. The applicant, Signarama, represented the owner Pacer Realty, LLC. Staff recommended approval, noting the signs would help identify the business and reduce overall sign count. The board also discussed the 2023 meeting schedule and noted two board members' terms expiring.

• Approved variance for 3 additional wall signs (Refusal No. 2391) at 431 Richmond Street, M-2 Industrial District
• Applicant: Marie L. Cipolletta of Signarama; Owner: John Cerni of Pacer Realty, LLC
• Staff noted the building is a preexisting legal nonconforming property and the signs would be in conformance with Richmond Street Corridor requirements
• Board discussed 2023 meeting schedule and expiring board member terms

Board of Zoning Appeals Actions

The Painesville Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request by Signarama for Pacer Realty, LLC, allowing three additional wall signs on the west side of the building at 431 Richmond Street, for a total of four wall signs. The board also discussed the 2023 meeting schedule and reminded two members with expiring terms to indicate if they wish to renew.

• Approved variance for 3 additional wall signs at 431 Richmond Street (M-2 Industrial District)
• Vote was 3-0 in favor
• Discussed 2023 meeting schedule
• Two BZA member terms expire at end of year; renewal reminder issued

Planning Commission Actions

The Painesville Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted 4-0 to approve a conditional use permit for PVS Chemicals to store specific materials in an existing outdoor tank farm at 477 Lexington Ave. They also voted 4-0 to rezone a portion of 33 Mill Street to allow expansion of Kiwanis Recreation Park. The meeting included administrative reports and discussion of a vacant commission spot and the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Conditional use permit approved for storage of Butyl Cellosolve, Triethylene Glycol, Isopropyl Alcohol, Triethanolamine, Phosphoric Acid, and Hydrochloric Acid at 477 Lexington Ave.
• Rezoning of 3 acres at 33 Mill Street from B-3 to S-1 for Kiwanis Recreation Park expansion
• No new Certificates of Appropriateness issued for design review applications
• Discussion on vacant Planning Commission spot and 2023 meeting schedule

Planning Commission

The Painesville Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted 4-0 to approve a conditional use permit for PVS Chemicals to store six chemicals in an outdoor tank farm at 477 Lexington Ave. They also voted 4-0 to recommend rezoning a 3-acre parcel at 33 Mill Street to allow expansion of Kiwanis Recreational Park. The meeting included public comments from neighbors concerned about chemical storage and flooding.

• Approved conditional use permit for PVS Chemicals to store Butyl Cellosolve, Triethylene Glycol, Isopropyl Alcohol, Triethanolamine, Phosphoric Acid, and Hydrochloric Acid at 477 Lexington Ave.
• Approved rezoning of 3 acres at 33 Mill Street from B-3 to S-1 for Kiwanis Recreational Park expansion, potentially eligible for $500,000 ODNR grant.
• Public comments from residents opposed to chemical storage due to past flooding and safety concerns.
• Staff recommended approval of both items; no design review items were reported.

Board of Zoning Appeals Actions

The Painesville Board of Zoning Appeals has cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting for Thursday, October 21, 2021, due to the lack of an agenda. The meeting was to be held in Painesville Municipal Courtroom No. 1 at City Hall, 7 Richmond Street. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Thursday, November 18, 2021.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda
• Next meeting scheduled for November 18, 2021
• Contact number: 440-392-5843

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 21, 2021, is cancelled because there is no agenda. The next regular meeting is set for Thursday, November 18, 2021.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda
• Next meeting: November 18, 2021

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Painesville Board of Zoning Appeals approved a Sheetz gas station's request for multiple sign variances at 439 Richmond Street, allowing additional wall signs, a larger freestanding sign, and larger gas price signs. A separate request for a fence material variance at 570 Magnolia Drive was withdrawn by the applicant and dismissed. The board also moved its November meeting to November 16.

• Approved sign variances for Sheetz, Inc. at 439 Richmond Street, including 3 additional wall signs, a freestanding sign at 51.5 sq ft per side, and gas price signs at 14 inches tall
• Withdrawn and dismissed fence material variance for 570 Magnolia Drive (sheet metal fence)
• Changed November 2022 BZA meeting date to Wednesday, November 16

Board of Zoning Appeals Actions

The Painesville Board of Zoning Appeals considered two variance requests at its October 20, 2022 meeting. A request for a fence material variance at 570 Magnolia Drive was withdrawn by the applicant and dismissed. A request by Sheetz, Inc. for multiple sign variances at 439 Richmond Street was approved with conditions. The board also voted to change its November meeting date.

• Variance for sheet metal fence at 570 Magnolia Drive withdrawn and dismissed (5-0)
• Sheetz, Inc. sign variances approved (5-0) for additional wall, canopy, and freestanding signs at 439 Richmond Street
• Approved variances allow 5 wall signs, 3 canopy signs, and a 103 sq ft freestanding sign
• Gasoline price sign variance approved with 14-inch letter height, visible only to Richmond Street
• November meeting rescheduled to Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at 7pm

Planning Commission Actions

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 13, 2022, is cancelled due to lack of an agenda. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for November 10, 2022.

• October 13, 2022 meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: November 10, 2022

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for Thursday, October 13, 2022, is cancelled due to the lack of an agenda. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Thursday, November 10, 2022.

• October 13, 2022 meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda

Planning Commission

The Painesville Planning Commission is holding a remote public hearing with no new business on the agenda. The main item is an administrative report on a request for temporary office use at 56 North State Street by Consolidated Investment Corporation for the Ohio Democratic Party. The commission will also review 2020 design review applications to date.

• Request for Office Use – 56 North State Street – Consolidated Investment Corporation for temporary use by Ohio Democratic Party – B-3 Central Business District
• 2020 Design Review Applications to Date
• Public hearing held remotely via Zoom due to HB 197

Board of Zoning Appeals Actions

The Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for September 15, 2022, is cancelled because there is no agenda. The next regular meeting is set for October 20, 2022.

• September 15, 2022 meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: October 20, 2022

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Painesville Board of Zoning Appeals has cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting for Thursday, September 15, 2022, due to the lack of an agenda. The meeting would have been held at 7:30 p.m. in Painesville Municipal Courtroom No. 1 at City Hall, 7 Richmond Street. The next regularly scheduled meeting is Thursday, October 20, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda
• Next meeting scheduled for October 20, 2022
• Contact office at 440-392-5843 for questions

Planning Commission

The Painesville Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a rezoning request for three parcels on Mentor Avenue from R-1 Single-Family Residential to B-1 Business/Residential, and also approved a text amendment to the Unified Development Code to conditionally permit event centers in B-1 districts. The rezoning would allow the former Knights of Columbus Hall at 987 Mentor Avenue to be used as an event space, with 1009 Mentor Avenue remaining a funeral home. The commission also noted the resignation of member Ray Sternot.

• Rezoning No. 95-22: 1009 & 987 Mentor Avenue from R-1 to B-1, applicant Marc F. Burr of HDGV Limited
• Event center use for former Knights of Columbus Hall, including after-funeral meals and rentals
• Text amendment to Unified Development Code Sections 1113.06(d) & 115.28 to conditionally permit event centers in B-1, reducing minimum lot area to 0.75 acres
• Staff recommended approval; motion carried 5-0
• Commissioner Ray Sternot announced resignation

Planning Commission Actions

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to rezone three parcels on Mentor Avenue from R-1 to B-1, allowing a parking lot and an event space at the former Knights of Columbus Hall. They also approved text amendments to the Unified Development Code to conditionally permit event centers in B-1 and B-3 districts. Commissioner Sternot resigned effective 9/9/22.

• Rezoning 95-22: 1009 & 987 Mentor Avenue from R-1 to B-1, approved 5-0
• Text amendment to Section 1113.06(d) to conditionally permit Event Center in B-1
• Text amendment to Section 1115.28 to conditionally permit Event Centers in B-1 and B-3, minimum lot area 0.75 acres
• Commissioner Sternot resigned effective 9/9/22

Board of Zoning Appeals Actions

The Painesville Board of Zoning Appeals considered two variance requests at its August 18, 2022 meeting. A variance to allow a gravel driveway at 579 Fairlawn Ave. was denied 5-0, while a variance to allow a shed closer to the property line at 58 Frederic St. was approved 5-0.

• Denied variance for 436.5 sq ft gravel driveway at 579 Fairlawn Ave. (Refusal No. 2386)
• Approved variance for shed setback reduction from 5 ft to 1.67 ft at 58 Frederic St. (Refusal No. 2387)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Painesville Board of Zoning Appeals held a public hearing on two variance requests. The board denied a request for a gravel driveway at 579 Fairlawn Ave., citing code requirements and sewer concerns, and approved a reduced setback for a shed at 58 Frederic St.

• Denied variance for 436.5 sq ft gravel driveway at 579 Fairlawn Ave. (Refusal No. 2386)
• Approved 3.33 ft setback variance for shed at 58 Frederic St. (Refusal No. 2387)
• Motion to approve driveway variance failed 0-5
• Motion to approve shed variance carried 5-0

Planning Commission Actions

The Painesville Planning Commission voted 5-0 to rezone a 2.01-acre lot at 257 Main St. from B-3 Central Business District and S-1 Special District to DD Downtown Development District to facilitate mixed-use development. The commission also voted 5-0 to forward recommended Unified Development Code changes to City Council and approved a dedication plat for Mill and Latimore Streets adjacent to Kiwanis Recreation Park.

• Rezoning 94-22: 257 Main St. (parcels 15-A-012-0-00-011-0, 15-A-012-0-00-012-0, 15-A-007-0-00-008-0) from B-3 and S-1 to DD, approved 5-0
• Unified Development Code changes: Section 1115.06 requires at least 10% masonry on front facades of new single-family homes, clarifies 'excessively similar' definition, forwarded to City Council 5-0
• Mill & Latimore Street dedication plat approved 5-0 for un-dedicated portions adjacent to Kiwanis Recreation Park

Planning Commission

The Painesville Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a rezoning request by the City of Painesville for a 2.01-acre vacant lot at 257 Main St. from B-3 Central Business and S-1 Special District to DD Downtown Development District, to facilitate a mixed-use development with commercial space, residential units, and an amphitheater. The Commission also approved changes to the Unified Development Code regarding appearance standards for new single-family homes, and approved the dedication of the plat for Mill and Latimore Streets as public roadways.

• Rezoning 94-22: 2.01 acres at 257 Main St. from B-3/S-1 to DD Downtown Development District
• Proposed mixed-use development: 120-140 residential units, 70% commercial first floor, amphitheater seating 200-300
• Code change: new homes must have at least 10% masonry on front façade
• Code change: new homes cannot be 'excessively similar' to neighboring homes
• Dedication of plat for Mill and Latimore Streets to allow grant applications for road improvements

Board of Zoning Appeals Actions

The Painesville Board of Zoning Appeals approved two variance requests at its July 21, 2022 meeting. One allows a larger wall sign and additional canopy signs at 161 Richmond Street; the other permits a shed closer to the property line at 131 S. Settlers Lane. Both approvals were unanimous (4-0) with conditions.

• Approved variance to increase wall sign area from 200 to 374.37 sq ft at 161 Richmond Street
• Approved variance to allow 100% canopy sign copy and 3 additional canopy signs, with stipulation of no further signage
• Approved variance to reduce accessory structure setback from 5 ft to 2 ft for an 8x12 shed at 131 S. Settlers Lane
• Stipulation: Affidavit of Fact must be filed with Lake County Recorders Office for the shed variance

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Painesville Board of Zoning Appeals held a public hearing and voted on two variance requests. They approved a variance for Ruff Neon & Lighting to increase wall sign area and add canopy signs at 161 Richmond St., and approved a variance for a shed setback at 131 S. Settlers Lane with conditions.

• Approved variance for 374.37 sq ft wall sign (vs. 200 sq ft max) and 100% canopy sign coverage at 161 Richmond St.
• Approved 3-foot setback variance for an 8x12 shed at 131 S. Settlers Lane, with Affidavit of Fact requirement
• Public hearing held for both variance requests
• No correspondence received for Refusal No. 2384; email support received for Refusal No. 2385

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for July 14, 2022, is cancelled due to lack of an agenda. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 11, 2022.

• Meeting cancellation notice
• Next meeting: August 11, 2022

Planning Commission Actions

The Painesville Planning Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for Thursday, July 14, 2022, is cancelled due to the lack of an agenda. The next regularly scheduled meeting is Thursday, August 11, 2022.

• Meeting cancellation notice
• Next meeting: August 11, 2022

Board of Zoning Appeals Actions

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved requests to allow new homes and decks to be built with smaller rear setbacks at 201 and 222 Michael Court. The Board also voted to change the meeting start time to 7:00 PM.

• Approved 9-foot rear setback variance for 201 Michael Court
• Approved 12.51-foot rear setback variance for 222 Michael Court
• Amended By-laws to change meeting start time to 7:00 PM

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Painesville Board of Zoning Appeals approved two rear setback variance requests from Ryan Homes for new homes at 201 and 222 Michael Court, allowing construction closer to the rear property line than the code requires. The board also amended its by-laws to change future meeting start times to 7:00 p.m. and corrected the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved 9-foot rear setback variance for 201 Michael Court (Refusal No. 2383-1)
• Approved 12.51-foot rear setback variance for 222 Michael Court (Refusal No. 2383-2)
• Amended by-laws to change Board of Zoning Appeals meeting start time to 7:00 p.m.
• Corrected April 21, 2022 meeting minutes regarding on-street parking statement

Planning Commission Actions

The Painesville Planning Commission voted 5-0 to forward a list of recommended changes to the Unified Development Code to City Council. The changes cover various zoning and development standards, including cell towers, parking, and non-conforming structures. The commission also voted to forward by-law changes and delayed review of sign regulations and appearance standards for single-family dwellings.

• Unified Development Code changes forwarded to City Council (5-0 vote)
• Added freestanding cell tower standards (sections 1113.06(a), 1115.29)
• Parking changes: 1-car garage requirement for lots under 60 ft wide, new stall sizes and aisle widths
• By-law changes: replace Community Development Director with Director of Planning
• Sign chapter (1127) and appearance standards (1115.06) delayed to later date

Planning Commission

The Painesville Planning Commission approved several zoning code amendments, including changes to rezoning procedures, height and setback requirements, and use standards for offices, cell towers, and places of worship. They also discussed but tabled proposed appearance standards for new single-family homes. The meeting was largely administrative, with no public hearings.

• Approved modifications to zoning code chapters 1103, 1111.05, 1111.08, 1111.10, and 1133.00
• Approved new rezoning procedure requiring three-fourths Council vote to modify Commission recommendation
• Approved adding front setback requirement referencing Setback Maps
• Approved use changes: offices over 3,000 sq ft permitted in DD district, cell towers conditional in M-1/M-2, places of worship conditional in B-2/B-3 with half-acre lot requirement
• Discussed but tabled appearance standards for new single-family homes (10% masonry, non-duplication of adjacent homes)

Board of Zoning Appeals Actions

The Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 19, 2022, is cancelled due to the lack of an agenda. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Thursday, June 16, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda
• Next meeting scheduled for June 16, 2022

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for May 19, 2022, is cancelled because there is no agenda. The next regular meeting is set for June 16, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda
• Next meeting: June 16, 2022

Planning Commission Actions

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to rezone a .9164-acre lot at 439 Richmond St. from M-2 Industrial to B-2 General Business for a proposed Sheetz store. They also discussed Unified Development Code changes, which were tabled, and approved amending by-laws to start meetings at 7:00 PM starting June 2022.

• Rezoning of 439 Richmond St. (parcel 15-D-018-0-00-017-0) from M-2 Industrial to B-2 General Business, approved 5-0
• Applicant Ryan Balko of Sheetz, Inc.; owner Richard Miklaucic
• Unified Development Code changes discussed and tabled
• Meeting start time changed to 7:00 PM effective June 2022, approved 5-0

Planning Commission

The Painesville Planning Commission approved a rezoning request from Sheetz, Inc. to change a .9164-acre lot at 439 Richmond St. from M-2 Industrial to B-2 General Business for a new convenience store with a drive-thru. The commission also discussed proposed changes to the Unified Development Code but tabled the matter for further research, and voted to move future meeting start times to 7:00 PM.

• Rezoning No. 93-23: 439 Richmond St. from M-2 to B-2, approved 5-0
• Sheetz to lease property for 15 years with 5-year options
• Proposed building includes drive-thru, two entrances on Stage Avenue, entrance/exit on Richmond Street
• Unified Development Code changes tabled for further research
• Meeting start time changed to 7:00 PM effective June

Board of Zoning Appeals Actions

The Board reviewed and approved four applications for property variances in the R-1 Single Family Residential District. These decisions involved adjustments to garage sizes, dwelling square footage, and setback requirements.

• Approved 200 square foot garage expansion at 545/547 Mentor Ave.
• Approved construction of ten 1,407 square foot dwellings on Michael Court
• Approved driveway setback reduction to 1 foot at 449 Community Lane
• Approved single car garage and reduced setbacks for 141 E. Jackson Street

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Painesville Board of Zoning Appeals approved four variance requests at its April 21, 2022 meeting. The most significant was a variance allowing Pro-Built Homes to build 10 ranch-style dwellings of 1,407 square feet each on Michael Court, where the code requires 1,600 square feet. The board also approved a garage expansion at 545/547 Mentor Ave., a driveway setback variance at 449 Community Lane, and a garage size/setback variance at 141 E. Jackson Street.

• Approved variance for Traden Properties to expand garage at 545/547 Mentor Ave. from 768 to 968 sq ft (200 sq ft variance), with stipulation no additional accessory structures and an Affidavit of Fact filed
• Approved variance for George Davis/Pro-Built Homes to build 10 dwellings of 1,407 sq ft on Michael Court (193 sq ft variance from 1,600 sq ft requirement), with stipulation to build basements if hydrology supports it
• Approved variance for NVR INC/Ryan Homes to keep a parking pad at 449 Community Lane with a 1-foot driveway setback instead of the required 3 feet
• Approved variance for Phil Smith at 141 E. Jackson Street for a single-car garage (14x24 ft) instead of a two-car garage, with reduced side and rear setbacks

Planning Commission Actions

The Painesville Planning Commission held its regular meeting on April 14, 2022, electing a new chair and vice-chair, and considering several items. The commission granted Ryan Homes waivers to build smaller two-car garages (20' x 20' instead of the required 24' x 22') in two subdivisions, and recommended approval to City Council of amendments to the Downtown Development District code. The agenda also noted 2022 design review applications to date.

• Elected Mary Hada as Chair and Mark Wainwright as Vice-Chair, both 5-0 votes
• Granted Ryan Homes a garage size waiver (20' x 20') for Lexington Village #2, motion carried 4-1
• Granted Ryan Homes a garage size waiver (20' x 20') for Kaim Subdivision, motion carried 4-1
• Recommended approval to City Council of Downtown Development District code amendments (Sections 1117.01(a) and 1117.09), motion carried 5-0
• Noted 2022 design review applications to date

Planning Commission

The Painesville Planning Commission held an organizational meeting, electing Mary Hada as Chairperson and Mark Wainwright as Vice-Chairperson. The main business was a public hearing on Ryan Homes' request to waive the required two-car garage size (24x22 feet) for homes in Lexington Village and Kaim Subdivision, which the Commission approved 4-1 for each. The Commission also recommended approval of code changes to the Downtown Development District to allow more flexible density and design standards.

• Elected Mary Hada as Chairperson and Mark Wainwright as Vice-Chairperson (5-0 votes)
• Granted Ryan Homes a waiver for 20x20 garages in Lexington Village #2 (4-1)
• Granted Ryan Homes a waiver for 20x20 garages in Kaim Subdivision (4-1)
• Recommended approval of Downtown Development District code changes (5-0)
• Discussed potential requirement for brick or stone on new residential fronts

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Painesville Board of Zoning Appeals approved two variance requests: one for a covered porch at 420 Heisley Park Lane and another for redeveloping a former gas station at 735 S. State Street into a seasonal ice cream and grille business. Both motions passed unanimously 4-0. The board also dismissed an appeal of a demolition order for 141 E. Jackson Street.

• Approved 5-foot rear setback variance for covered porch at 420 Heisley Park Lane, with stipulations it remain open and an affidavit of fact be recorded.
• Approved multiple variances for 735 S. State Street to allow ice cream and grille business, including reduced setbacks, smaller parking spaces, and dumpster placement.
• Dismissed appeal of demolition order for 141 E. Jackson Street due to property sale and new owner agreement with city.
• Approved minutes of January 20, 2022 meeting.

Board of Zoning Appeals Actions

The Painesville Board of Zoning Appeals approved two variance requests. One allows a covered porch to extend into the rear setback at 420 Heisley Park Lane. The other permits redevelopment of a former gas station into a seasonal ice cream and grille business at 735 S. State Street. The board also dismissed an appeal regarding a demolition order at 141 E. Jackson.

• Approved 5-foot rear setback variance for covered porch at 420 Heisley Park Lane (R-2 district)
• Approved multiple variances for redevelopment at 735 S. State Street (B-2 district), including reduced front setbacks, smaller parking spaces, and dumpster placement in front setback
• Approved variances to allow outdoor dining area larger than indoor dining area at 735 S. State Street
• Dismissed administrative appeal of demolition order for 141 E. Jackson after property sale and agreement with city

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will hold public hearings on two applications for zoning variances. The items include a request for a porch setback at 420 Heisley Park Lane and a redevelopment plan for a former gas station at 735 S. State Street.

• Variance for a covered porch extending into the rear setback at 420 Heisley Park Lane
• Redevelopment of a former gas station into an ice cream and grille business at 735 S. State Street
• Appeal regarding an order to demolish an unsafe structure at 141 E. Jackson Street

Planning Commission Actions

The Painesville Planning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning request to allow 12 new single-family homes, and approved conditional use permits for an event venue and bed and breakfast at 448 Mentor Ave. The commission also received an administrative report on downtown economic development projects and design review applications.

• Rezoning of 4.1-acre parcel east of Bank Street from M-1 Light Industrial to R-2 Multi-Family for 12 new homes (case 92-22)
• Conditional use permit for event venue at 448 Mentor Ave with occupancy limits and time restrictions (Refusal No. 2376)
• Conditional use permit for bed and breakfast at 448 Mentor Ave with owner-occupancy and guest stay limits (Refusal 2379)
• Presentation of Downtown Economic Development Projects and 2021/2022 Design Review Applications

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission held an organizational meeting to elect new leadership and reviewed several land-use requests. The Commission approved a rezoning for residential development east of Bank Street and granted conditional use permits for an event center and bed and breakfast on Mentor Avenue.

• Approved rezoning of property east of Bank Street from M-1 Light Industrial to R-2 Multi-Family
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for an Event Center at 44SB Mentor Avenue with 14 specific stipulations
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for a Bed and Breakfast at 448 Mentor Avenue
• Election of Ms. Hada as Chairperson and Ms. Fleck as Vice-Chairperson
• Presentation on downtown projects including Chase Bank building redevelopment and Victoria Place

Board of Zoning Appeals Actions

The Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for Thursday, February 17, 2022, is cancelled due to the lack of an agenda. The meeting would have been held at 7:30 p.m. in Painesville Municipal Courtroom No. 1 at City Hall, 7 Richmond Street. The next regularly scheduled meeting is Thursday, March 17, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda
• Next meeting scheduled for March 17, 2022
• Contact office at 440-392-5843 for questions

Board of Zoning Appeals

The City of Painesville Board of Zoning Appeals has cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting for Thursday, February 17, 2022, due to the lack of an agenda. The meeting, normally held at 7:30 p.m. in Painesville Municipal Courtroom No. 1 at City Hall, 7 Richmond Street, will not take place. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Thursday, March 17, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda
• Next meeting scheduled for March 17, 2022
• Contact office at 440-392-5843 for questions

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for February 10, 2022, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for March 10, 2022.

Planning Commission Actions

The City of Painesville Planning Commission has cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting for Thursday, February 10, 2022, due to the lack of an agenda. The meeting, normally held at 7:30 p.m. in Painesville Municipal Courtroom No. 1 at City Hall, 7 Richmond Street, will not take place. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Thursday, March 10, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda
• Next meeting scheduled for March 10, 2022

Board of Zoning Appeals Actions

The Painesville Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request for a 6-foot fence on a corner lot at 1425 Elizabeth Blvd, with options for a 6-foot fence at a 15-foot setback or a 4-foot fence at a 5-foot setback. The board also tabled an appeal of an order to demolish an unsafe structure at 141 E. Jackson until the February meeting.

• Approved variance for 6-foot fence at 1425 Elizabeth Blvd (R-1 60 district)
• Variance allows fence height exceeding 3-foot limit in front setback
• Options include 6-foot fence at 15-foot setback or 4-foot fence at 5-foot setback
• Tabled appeal of demolition order for 141 E. Jackson
• Votes were 4-0 for both actions

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Painesville Board of Zoning Appeals held an organizational meeting, re-electing officers and approving previous minutes. The board then heard a variance request from the owners of 1425 Elizabeth Blvd to exceed the 3-foot fence height limit in a front setback on a corner lot. The board approved the variance with two options, each with specific conditions regarding fence height, setback, permits, and utility easement responsibilities. An administrative appeal for 141 East Jackson was tabled to the next meeting.

• Re-elected Jim Behrens as Chairman and Mr. Briggs as Vice-Chairman (4-0 votes)
• Approved minutes of August 19, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Granted variance to allow 6-foot fence at 15-foot setback or 4-foot fence at 5-foot setback at 1425 Elizabeth Blvd, with conditions including new permit and utility easement responsibilities
• Tabled administrative appeal for 141 East Jackson until next meeting

Planning Commission

The Painesville Planning Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for Thursday, January 13, 2022, is cancelled due to the lack of an agenda. The next regularly scheduled meeting is Thursday, February 10, 2022.

• Meeting cancellation notice for January 13, 2022
• Cancellation due to lack of agenda
• Next meeting scheduled for February 10, 2022

Planning Commission Actions

The Planning Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for January 13, 2022, is cancelled due to lack of an agenda. The next regularly scheduled meeting is February 10, 2022.

• Meeting cancellation notice for January 13, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for February 10, 2022