Stark County Planning & Zoning Board Opening
Date Posted:
Friday, February 27, 2026
Department:
Planning & Zoning Board
Compensation:
Meeting Per Diem
Hours:
Meetings the last Thursday of every month if needed.
Deadline:
Friday, March 20, 2026
Position Objectives:
The board of county commissioners and a county zoning commission shall review any request for a zoning amendment or variance for approval or disapproval. Written findings upon which the decision is based must be included within the records of the board or commission. It is the responsibility of the zoning commission to make a recommendation to the board of county commissioners.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Planning & Zoning Commission reviews rezoning applications, conditional use permit applications, and preliminary and final subdivision applications prior to the Stark County Commission meeting. Review applications and make a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners for approval.
Minimum Requirements:
Stark County resident.
Desirable Training and Experience:
Knowledge of planning and zoning or the desire to learn.
Benefits:
N/A
Interested individuals should complete a Board Application located in the link below. One vacated position is available to fill 4-year term through 1/1/2030.