The Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) decides requests for variances (PDF) from specific requirements of the county zoning ordinance. The BZA also decides appeals of decisions made by the zoning administrator regarding zoning ordinance interpretations.
Type
Citizen-Board
Membership
Seven members representing each of the seven magisterial districts. One alternate member is also appointed. All appointments are approved by the Judge of the Circuit Court of Hanover County.