ZONING INSPECTOR
Rich Gano
Zoning Inspector
330-357-8013 (Office)
330-240-1080 (Cell)
zoninginspector@mantuatownshipohio.gov
Permits by Appointment
Call 330-357-8013
P.O.Box 841
Mantua, Ohio 44255
Zoning Commission
Zoning Board of Appeals
Zoning Board of Appeals
Lynn Harvey, Chair
3851 Mennonite Rd
Mantua, OH 44255
330-274-3012
Meetings: 2nd Thursdays of the Month, 7:30 pm,
Town Hall - 4122 State Route 82
contact:
Zoning Board of Appeals
Zoning Board of Appeals
Zoning Board of Appeals
Joan Martin, Chair
PO. Box 841
Mantua, OH 44255
330-807-0156
Meetings / Hearings : as needed
Mantua Township Town Hall
contact:
Mantua Township Board of Zoning Appeals
Mantua Township Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) is responsible for handling zoning-related disputes, variance requests, and conditional use applications. The board operates under Ohio Revised Code Section 519.14, which grants it authority to:
- Hear and decide appeals regarding zoning enforcement decisions.
- Authorize variances when strict zoning enforcement would cause unnecessary hardship.
- Grant conditional zoning certificates for specific land uses.
- Revoke variances or conditional zoning certificates if conditions are violated.
Additionally, Ohio Revised Code Section 519.15 outlines procedural requirements, including public hearings, record-keeping, and notice requirements for appeals.
See the fillable forms below for procedures and information on filing an appeal with the Mantua Township BZA
BZA Notice of Appeal Forms_v04-21-2025 (pdf)
Downloadmantua township zoning Commission
The Township Zoning Commission is charged with the responsibility of preparing, reviewing, and recommending amendments to the zoning text and zoning map in order to promote the orderly development of the township. The Commission ensures that zoning regulations remain consistent with the comprehensive plan, reflect sound land‑use principles, and protect the public health, safety, and general welfare.
Mantua Township Zoning Resolution and Recently Added Amendments.
PLEASE NOTE: The Listed Amendments Below have been made to the online version of the Mantua Township Zoning Resolution. Please review the resolution and amendments specific to your search.
- The Mantua Township Zoning Resolution - CompleteWebsite Edition
- Section 610.09C - Swimming Pools - added March 23, 2023
- Section 620.04D - Nonconforming Buildings or Structures - added June 5, 2023
- Section 607.00 - Historical Structures Overlay - added June 5, 2023
- Section 610.09C - Swimming Pools - added June 24, 2025
- Section 650.00B.9 - Agricultural Uses (Concerning Signs) - added June 24, 2025
- Section 1000.08 - Signs Excluded from These Regulations - added - June 24, 2025
Zoning Resolution and Amendments are listed and downloadable in PDF.format below
Complete Mantua Township Website Zoning Resolution 2021 (1) (pdf)
DownloadSection_610.09C_Swimming Pools (pdf)
DownloadSection_620.04D_NonCon_Bldgs (pdf)
DownloadSection_607.00_Hist_Str_Overlay (pdf)
DownloadSection_610.09C Swimming Pools (pdf)
DownloadSection_650.00B.9_Signs (pdf)
DownloadSection _1000.08J_Signs (pdf)
Downloadmantua township zoning fee schedule - revised 12/16/2021
Zoning Fee Schedule 2021 (pdf)
DownloadSpeak with the Zoning Inspector about any questions regarding the following information
General answers to common questions:
Section 610.07 Easements and Driveways:
The Township now requires any persons to obtain a permit before making any excavation to put in and/or replace culvert pipe within a "Township road right-of-way".
Driveway Area is to be maintained by property owner and kept clear of debris and an area
of 25 foot wide to 3 feet past backside of culvert clear cut for visibility. Driveways are to be a
minimum of 10 feet wide for the entire length in order to accommodate Fire Apparatus and
Safety/emergency vehicles.
Nothing except Mail Box and address sign are allowed in road easement. Mail Box must
conform to U.S.P.S. Regulations.
Section 610.01F Corner lots:
No obstruction in excess of two (2) feet in height shall be placed on any corner lot within a triangle area formed by the street right-of-way lines and a line connecting them at points Thirty (30) feet from the intersection of the street lines. Shade trees which are pruned at least eight (8) feet above the established grade of the roadway, so as not to obstruct a clear view by motor vehicle drivers, may be maintained.
No commercial vehicle shall be parked within the required setback of the property which is Fifty (50)
feet from the road on most residential and commercial properties.
Section 610.08 Parking/Storing of Vehicles:
One (1) Travel trailer/recreational vehicle may be stored on a lot.
Not more than one (1) unlicensed, inoperable or dismantled automobile, truck, trailer may be parked on a lot longer than forty-five (45) days.
Realtor Note: There are no requirements in Mantua Township for a Pre-Sale Inspection.
When in question call the ZONING Department: 330-357-8013
official Zoning Map
Mantua Township Drainage Map
The Official Mantua Township Website