Housing in Ohio local government
What Ohio city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about housing — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
714 Ohio meetings since 2024 covered housing. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Ohio with the most housing activity
- Cincinnati, OH (96)
- Toledo, OH (57)
- Athens County, OH (48)
- Cleveland, OH (42)
- Springfield, OH (29)
- Hudson, OH (29)
- Shaker Heights, OH (20)
- Dayton, OH (19)
- Hudson, OH (18)
- Kent, OH (18)
- Huber Heights, OH (16)
- Monroe County, OH (13)
Latest matching meetings
Planning Commission to consider a new single‑family dwelling at 10211 Lakeshore Blvd
The Bratenahl Planning Commission will meet on July 22, 2026. The agenda includes discussion of a proposed new single‑family dwelling at 10211 Lakeshore Blvd. No other business is listed on the agenda.
Preliminary review of demolition and new single‑family home at 339 North St
The Architectural Board of Review will approve the July 7 minutes and then review ten project submissions. The board will consider exterior alterations such as new siding, windows, fences, and porches, as well as a preliminary proposal to demolish the existing structure and build a new single‑family home at 339 North…
Rezoning of 2570 Post Road to residential and ballot question approved
The city council holds a public hearing on a proposed rezoning of a 3.2-acre parcel at 2570 Post Road from Public Facilities to R-3 Single Unit Residential. A second ordinance authorizes placing the rezoning question on the November 2026 ballot for voter approval.
Planning Commission to review variances for industrial and humane society sites
The Planning Commission will consider several variance requests for building setbacks, parking, and materials. The body will also review two alley vacation requests and a construction extension for an apartment project.
Board reviews two variance requests: apartment size and ornamental fence
The Sunbury Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two variance applications at its July 20, 2026 meeting. One request seeks to reduce the minimum floor space for a 2‑bedroom apartment from 1,020 sq ft to 875 sq ft at 37 E Granville Street in the Central Business District (C‑3). The other request seeks permission to…
Board to consider variance requests for lot splits and wetland construction
The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hold public hearings to determine if specific properties can deviate from city land development codes. These requests involve lot width requirements and wetland protection setbacks to allow for new residential construction.
Commission to review lot split at 373 Glen Park requiring multiple variances
The Planning Commission will review a proposal to create two buildable lots at 373 Glen Park. The review is required because one lot would be undersized (7,473 sq ft vs. required 7,500) and the other would need several variances, including setbacks and a new garage. The item may also be heard by the Board of Zoning…
Council considers new short-term rental laws and several street improvement projects
Norwood City Council is reviewing ordinances to regulate short-term rental licensing and recovery housing. The body is also considering grant and loan agreements for infrastructure projects on Lexington, Wesley, and Wayland Avenues.
Board to consider 3.0-mill library levy for November ballot
The Lucas County Board of Commissioners will vote on resolutions to place a new 3.0-mill operating levy for the Toledo Lucas County Public Library and renew a 0.17-mill levy for Imagination Station on the November ballot. Other actions include waiving building permit fees for flood-affected properties in Jerusalem…
Plan Board reviews lot subdivisions and school property expansion
The City Plan Board will consider three land use cases. These include subdividing a single lot into seven residential lots and reconfiguring industrial lots. The board will also review a property donation to expand the Ruskin Elementary school site.
Bedford Planning Board to consider sign permit and subdivision requests
The Bedford Planning Board will consider a request to approve electronic signage for a gas station and a residential subdivision. The board will also review a proposal for a 35-unit apartment complex.
Property maintenance violations discussed for five local properties
The Property Maintenance Review Board will address several alleged violations of Section 1313 of the Property Maintenance Code. The board also includes an oath of office for Richard Winkler.
City Commission to vote on zoning code changes and $1.5M pump station contract
The City Commission will consider a second-reading emergency ordinance amending various sections of the zoning code, vote on multiple purchase orders and contracts totaling over $4 million, and set public hearings on a petition to establish a City-Wide New Community Authority. A work session on a property conditions…
Fair Housing Board to review housing study update and new acquisition program
The Fair Housing Board will elect a chair and vice-chair, approve prior meeting minutes, and review the Fair Housing Contact Services Contract with reporting data from August 2025 to February 2026. Members will discuss HB 135 and receive updates on the Comprehensive Community Housing Study and Needs Analysis and the…
Planning Commission reviews variance requests for a garage, room addition, and ADU.
The Gahanna Planning Commission will review three property variance and conditional use requests. Commissioners will decide whether to approve an accessory dwelling unit on Imperial Drive, a garage addition on Mistletoe Street, and an all-seasons room addition on Arcaro Drive. The meeting also covers routine…
Architectural Board of Review to review seven property development submissions
The Architectural Board of Review will review several proposals for new dwellings, exterior alterations, and demolitions. The board is deciding on final and preliminary plans for residential and commercial sites within the village.
Council to consider interim housing ordinance and revoke five tobacco permits
The Campbell City Council will hold public hearings on an interim ordinance implementing SB 450 (housing development) and proposed revocations of business licenses and tobacco permits for five smoke shops. Consent items include adjusting council compensation, approving a sales tax audit contract with HdL Companies…
City considers zoning changes for cannabis dispensaries as conditional use
The Board of Zoning Appeals and City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed zoning amendments to allow cannabis dispensaries as conditional uses in commercial districts. The boards will also hear multiple variance requests for emergency generators and driveway widening, and review site plans for…
Board reviews plans for two new houses on Milverton Road
The Architectural Board of Review will consider 19 applications for residential alterations and new construction, including preliminary reviews for two new houses at 3452 & 3464 Milverton Road and numerous siding, window, garage, and landscape projects around the city.
Council considers water main replacements and a moratorium on multi-family housing
The council will vote on funding for the Eppington water main replacement and road resurfacing on Turner Road. They are also considering an extended moratorium on new multi-family residential development through 2026.
Board of Zoning Appeals to review residential variance requests
The Board will consider two variance requests for residential properties in the R-1 zoning district. These requests involve building a garage that exceeds size limits and extending a porch into a front yard setback.
Commission to hold public hearing on zoning changes for group homes
The City Commission will discuss and vote on several contracts, including a $2M water main improvement project, a $1.54M water main project, and a $1.48M transit policing agreement. A public hearing will be held on a zoning map amendment related to group homes/foster care facilities. The Commission will also consider…
Commissioners to vote on owner occupancy relief tax
The Board of Mahoning County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to consider adopting an owner occupancy relief tax. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, with no other business or public hearings scheduled.
Commission to vote on $2.69M road resurfacing contract, consider data center moratorium
The City Commission will vote on several second-reading ordinances for housing repair grants and emergency shelter funding, and on emergency ordinances for a $2.69M street paving project (Selma Road and East Main Street) and the sale of city property at 1520 N Belmont Avenue. The commission will also hold first…
Clark County Land Bank update from Executive Director Ethan Harris
The Springfield City Commission will hold a work session to receive an update on the Clark County Land Bank from Executive Director Ethan Harris. No other business is listed; the session is informational only.
Human Relations Council to review civil rights investigative reports
The Human Relations Council will meet to review final investigative reports for two civil rights cases. The board will also receive updates from the Executive Director and hear citizen comments.
Planning Commission discusses Unified Development Code update
This is a joint City Council and Planning Commission meeting to present and discuss the draft Unified Development Code (UDC) update. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is a presentation covering the project overview, code structure, zoning district adjustments, and proposed changes to align with the…
Housing agency to review tenant departures and voucher program status
The Bowling Green Housing Agency will review old business regarding tenants leaving the program and provide a status report on the voucher program. The meeting is primarily procedural.
City Council to adopt 2027 tax budget and consider 8‑mill property tax levy
The Norwood City Council will introduce several ordinances to update the Planning and Zoning Code, including changes to group homes, open space, short‑term rental lodging businesses, and transit system access points. The council will also consider a resolution adopting the 2027 tax budget and an emergency resolution…
Council considers $18.675 million in bond notes for new Public Works facility
City Council is reviewing several ordinances to finance a new Public Works facility and a subdivision plat for Monroe Crossings. The body is also discussing a City Manager contract extension and audio/visual upgrades for Council Chambers.
Council approves pro-housing policy, capital projects, and tax budget
The Sharonville City Council approved multiple ordinances and resolutions at a special meeting on June 23, 2026. Key actions include adopting a pro-housing development policy, authorizing a job creation incentive grant for Project Mustang, and approving capital projects such as the Fields Ertel Intersection…
Council to vote on rezoning 5 acres at 34550 Chester Road and extend development moratoriums
The Avon City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on an ordinance to rezone a 5-acre parcel at 34550 Chester Road. The council will also consider extending temporary moratoriums on assisted living facilities, short-term rentals, and car washes/self-storage, along with approving a tax budget for 2027…
Board reviews variance requests for townhomes, driveways, and home additions
The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will conduct public hearings regarding three separate variance requests. These include a townhome development with a trail extension at 86 Owen Brown St., a new driveway at 549 W Streetsboro St., and a residential addition at 7400 Valerie Ln.
Board to review new home design at 9401 Shepard Road
The Architectural Review Board will meet to evaluate a design proposal for a new single-family residence. The board will also approve the minutes from the June 4 meeting.
Council considers rezoning 35 acres for mixed-use development
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a request to rezone land near West Central Avenue and Clearcreek-Franklin Road. Additional legislative items include adopting the 2027 tax budget and establishing a first-time homebuyer program.
Board to vote on variances for townhome project with trail extension
The Board of Zoning & Building Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance requests for construction projects, including a townhome development requiring stream corridor and wetland disturbance variances, a new home driveway near wetlands, and a home addition. The board will also approve minutes from prior…
Board will rehear variance request for a two‑family dwelling at 211 N. Sixth St.
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider front‑yard fence variances for properties on Greensward Drive, Claymore Court, Honeydew Drive, and South Tipp Cowlesville Road. It will also rehear a variance request for a two‑family dwelling with 7.67‑foot side‑yard setbacks at 211 North Sixth Street, which was delayed due…
Planning Commission to review Avanelle Crossing application
The Athens Planning Commission will consider a Title 21 application for Avanelle Crossing. The rest of the agenda consists of routine procedural items including approval of previous minutes, reports, and public comments.
Council continues hearing on five zoning code amendments for new PRD.2 district
The Village Council will hold a continued public hearing on the third reading of five ordinances (4296–4300) that amend the Planning and Zoning Code to create a new PRD.2 planned residential development district. The amendments add definitions for live/work units, update the Architectural and Design Review Board's…
Zoning board to consider charter school and supportive housing for women
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hear two cases. One requests a residential care facility for women with mental health challenges at 4745 East 88th Street. The other seeks to convert the vacant Pioneer Building into a charter school, requiring a zoning change.