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Planning Commission: Variances
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Planning Commission: Variances
A variance is a modification of the strict terms of the regulations of the Zoning Code. A variance may only be granted by the Planning Commission.
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Planning Commission: Variances
In order to appear before the Planning Commission for approval of your driveway widening, you must submit 12 copies of the following items:
- Application to Appear before the Planning Commission
- Hardship letter
- Photos of the existing site
- Site plan
You must also submit a check for $50 for residential variances and $75 for variances for all other properties made payable to the City of Berea.
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Planning Commission: Variances
The 12 copies are distributed to the 7 members of the Planning Commission:
- City Engineer
- Director of Public Safety
- Director of Public Service
- Mayor
- Zoning Administrator
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Planning Commission: Variances
Once a variance has been approved by the Planning Commission, there is a 20‐day waiting period before a building permit may be issued to you.