City of Willoughby

The board discussed a variance appeal for a fence project at 844 Peach Blvd., which was ultimately tabled so the applicant could obtain a property survey and clarify boundary measurements. Additionally, the board held its 2026 elections, officially appointing the Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary. Discussions also touched upon the board's need to participate in training regarding procedural rules.

The board reviewed and approved a signage application for CarbonWeb at 4135 Erie St., with specific conditions regarding the removal of certain text graphics from the proposed window signs. Additionally, the board approved a wall sign application for Lola's Bridal & Co. at 4134 Erie St., stipulating that the lettering must be raised from the surface to create a shadow line.

The meeting involved considerations of several variance requests. A request for accessory off-street parking in the front yard for the Roth residence was denied. A variance request to enlarge a driveway for accessory parking for the Ross residence was approved with a modification. Additionally, a variance to allow a front yard setback of 36' for a roofed deck renovation at the Fross residence was approved.

The Board of Zoning Appeals discussed two new business items. They tabled a variance request for accessory off-street parking for a residence on Roselawn Avenue at the applicant's request. Additionally, they reviewed and approved a variance request for a roofed deck project at a residence on King Edward Court, which included testimony from the applicants and a neighboring property owner in support of the project.

The council meeting included a significant public comment session regarding a subdivision plat application for the McKinley Outreach Center, along with broader concerns about zoning, density, and building maintenance. The council also addressed several legislative items, including the approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ohio Patrolmen's Benevolent Association, an amendment to a natural gas service contract, participation in the ODOT Road Salt Contract, and a change order for the SR-84 Slope Stabilization Project. Additionally, administrators provided updates on the ongoing review of the R-50 zoning district and the implementation of new property maintenance software.