Riverlea Planning Commission
Village of Riverlea Planning Commission members, forms, guidelines and more can be found in the tabs below.
Planning Commissioner
Bryce Jacob
258 Frontenac Place
(614) 296-9534
[email protected]
Term expires December 31, 2025
Planning Commission Members
Christopher Bedell, 275 Beverly Pl, 614-638-3980 (term expires December 31, 2023)
Paul Collini, 277 Frontenac Pl, 440-413-4893 (term expires December 31, 2022)
Rich Skowronski, 119 W Riverglen Dr, 614-306-9410 (term expires December 31, 2024)
Jennifer Zipfel, 5925 Olentangy Blvd (term expires December 31, 2024)
Clerk
Josh Mehling
230 West Riverglen Drive
(614) 949-2093
[email protected]
Home Improvement Guidelines
If you are planning to remodel or make other improvements to the exterior of your home, you must obtain a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Planning Commission before you apply for a building permit and begin construction. If your project requires an exception to the zoning ordinances (e.g. if a structure is closer to the property line than the code allows), you must also obtain a variance from the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission does not perform building inspections, it only monitors compliance with the Village’s zoning ordinances. The process for obtaining a Certificate of Appropriateness or variance is as follows:
- Obtain the necessary forms under the “Forms” tab above or from the Village Clerk-Treasurer.
- Assemble the necessary information, including a site plan, building plan elevations, a narrative description of the planned work, use of materials, grading, etc.
- Submit the application to the Village Clerk-Treasurer via the mailbox in Circle Park (240 West Riverglen Drive) in time for the next monthly Planning Commission meeting: 12 days in advance for a Certificate of Appropriateness and 15 days in advance for a variance request. The exact dates are listed under the “Meeting Schedule” tab above.
- A fee of $10.00 or $1.00 per $1000 of construction cost (up to a maximum of $200) must be included with the application. If your project requires a curb cut, or if the exterior work exceeds $20,000, a $2,000 deposit is required before construction can begin. Checks should be made payable to “Village of Riverlea.”
The following kinds of projects do not require Planning Commission approval:
- Landscaping work, unless hardscaping (e.g. a deck, patio, or walkway) is involved.
- Maintenance; i.e. exterior renovations that don’t change the appearance of the home, such as a roof or window replacement when similar materials are being used.
- Interior renovations, unless the location of exterior doors or windows is changed.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the zoning classification in Riverlea?
The entire Village is zoned ‘Single Family Residence’ as noted in Section 151.020 of the Codified Ordinances.
- When do I need a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA)?
Any exterior improvements that do not qualify as ‘maintenance’ require an application and hearing for a COA.
- What is considered ‘maintenance’?
Painting, storm repairs, roof, window, door or siding replacement if similar in color, size, and pattern.
- Where do I get a building permit?
After receiving and signing the COA, building permits can be applied for through the Franklin County Economic Development & Planning Department.
- How long does a COA remain in effect?
One year from the date of the meeting at which the COA was granted.
- Do I need a driveway permit?
Only if the apron will be replaced; if so, the applicant must post a Street Bond with the Village and have the apron installed per the approved engineering drawings available from the Village Street Commissioner.
- Do I need a COA for interior remodeling?
No, unless exterior door or window locations change.
- Do I need a COA for a storage shed?
No, unless it is built on permanent foundations.
- Do I need a COA for a deck or patio?
Yes, and if you are replacing an existing deck or patio you will need a COA if the replacement is larger than the original.
- What type & height of fence can I install?
See the ‘Fence Checklist’ under the “Forms” tab above, and see also Sections 151.040-151.046 of the Codified Ordinances for additional information and requirements.
- Where can I place a dumpster during remodeling?
Trash dumpsters & enclosures and portable storage units must be placed in the driveway behind the front yard setback line, in the rear of the house between the side yard setback lines, or in a location approved by the Planning Commission.
- To expedite our project, can we be added late to the next meeting’s agenda, or can a special meeting be scheduled?
No, meeting dates and filing deadlines follow the schedule indicated under the “Meeting Schedule” tab above.
- Can I get a preliminary review and feedback on my proposed remodeling?
Yes, any project can be submitted to the Planning Commission for review, and either tabled until a complete application is prepared, or withdrawn.
- What if I disagree with the Planning Commission’s decision?
Decisions of the Planning Commission may be appealed to the Village Council.
Planning Commission Forms
Here are some of the forms that you may need to review and submit to the Planning Commission. Please note that they are in a .pdf file format designated by [pdf] following the link. Pdf files require the use of Adobe Acrobat Reader software to open them. If you do not have Reader, you may use the following link to Adobe to download it for free: Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Planning Commission Meetings
Planning Commission meetings are held on the second Monday of each month at 7:00 pm when there are proposals to consider. Meetings are held at Thomas Worthington High School, 300 W Dublin Granville Rd, Worthington, OH 43085 (Room 126) when school is in session, or at 258 Frontenac Place. All meetings are public and residents are welcome to attend.
2024 Meeting Schedule
Meeting Date | COA Application Deadline | Variance Application Deadline |
---|---|---|
01 – 08 – 2024 | 12 – 27 – 2023 | 12 – 24 – 2023 |
02 – 12 – 2024 | 01 – 31 – 2024 | 01 – 28 – 2024 |
03 – 11 – 2024 | 02 – 28 – 2024 | 02 – 25 – 2024 |
04 – 08 – 2024 | 03 – 27 – 2024 | 03 – 24 – 2024 |
05 – 13 – 2024 | 05 – 01 – 2024 | 04 – 28 – 2024 |
06 – 10 – 2024 | 05 – 29 – 2024 | 05 – 26 – 2024 |
07 – 08 – 2024 | 06 – 26 – 2024 | 06 – 23 – 2024 |
08 – 12 – 2024 | 07 – 31 – 2024 | 07 – 28 – 2024 |
09 – 09 – 2024 | 08 – 28 – 2024 | 08 – 25 – 2024 |
10 – 14 – 2024 | 10 – 02 – 2024 | 09 – 29 – 2024 |
11 – 11 – 2024 | 10 – 30 – 2024 | 10 – 27 – 2024 |
12 – 09 – 2024 | 11 – 27 – 2024 | 11 – 24 – 2024 |
Building & Zoning Ordinances
The Village’s building and zoning ordinances can be found under Title XV of the Codified Ordinances
Some recent ordinances may not have been codified yet, so applicants should also review the Newly Adopted Ordinances
Archived Planning Commission Minutes
**Please note that archived meeting minutes will not be posted until they are approved by the Commission, typically at the next scheduled meeting
Year 2024
- November – waiting on approval
- October 14, 2024 minutes
- September 9, 2024 minutes
- August 12, 2024 minutes
- July 8, 2024 minutes
- June 10, 2024 minutes
- May – no meeting
- April 8, 2024 minutes
- March – no meeting
- February – no meeting
- January 8, 2024 minutes
Year 2023
- December – no meeting
- November – no meeting
- October 9, 2023 minutes
- September 11, 2023 minutes
- August 14, 2023 minutes
- July 10, 2023 minutes
- June – no meeting
- May 8, 2023 minutes
- April – no meeting
- March – no meeting
- February – no meeting
- January 9, 2023 minutes
Year 2022
- December 12, 2022 minutes
- November – no meeting
- October 10, 2022 minutes
- September 12, 2022 minutes
- August – no meeting
- July 11, 2022 minute
- June 13, 2022 minutes
- May 13, 2022 minutes
- April 11, 2022 minutes
- March 14, 2022 minutes
- February 14, 2022 minutes
- January 10, 2022 minutes
Year 2021
- December 13, 2021 minutes
- November 8, 2021 minutes
- October 11, 2021 minutes
- September 13, 2021 minutes
- August – no meeting
- July 12, 2021 minutes
- June 14, 2021 minutes
- May – no meeting
- April 12, 2021 minutes
- March – no meeting
- February – no meeting
- January – no meeting
Year 2020
- December 14, 2020 minutes
- November 9, 2020 minutes
- October 12, 2020 minutes
- September 14, 2020 minutes
- August 10, 2020 minutes
- July 13, 2020 minutes
- June 8, 2020 minutes
- May 11, 2020 minutes
- April – no meeting
- March – no meeting
- February – no meeting
- January – no meeting
Year 2019
- Nov 11, 2019 minutes
- Oct 14, 2019 minuteshttps://www.riverleaohio.org/oct-14-2019-planning-commissio
- Sep 9, 2019 minutes
- Aug 12, 2019 minutes
- Jul 8, 2019 minutes
- Jun 24, 2019 minutes
- May 13, 2019 minutes
- April 8, 2019 minutes
- March – no meeting
- February 11, 2019 minutes
- January 14, 2019 minutes
Year 2018
- December 10, 2018 minutes
- November 12, 2018 minutes
- October 8, 2018 minutes
- September 10, 2018 minutes
- August 13, 2018 minutes
- July 9, 2018 minutes
- June – no meeting
- May 14, 2018 minutes
- April 19, 2018 minutes
- April 9, 2018 minutes
- March 12, 2018 minutes
- February – no meeting
- January – no meeting
Year 2017
- December 11, 2017 minutes
- November – no meeting
- October – no meeting
- September – no meeting
- August – no meeting
- July – no meeting
- June 12, 2017 minutes
- May 8, 2017 minutes
- April 10, 2017 minutes
- March 21, 2017 minutes
- February 13, 2017 minutes
Year 2016
- November 14, 2016 minutes
- October 10, 2016 minutes
- September 12, 2016 minutes
- August 16, 2016 minutes
- April 11, 2016 highlights
- February 8, 2016 highlights
- January 11, 2016 highlights
Year 2015
- September 14, 2015 highlights
- June 8, 2015 minutes
- April 13, 2015 minutes
- April 27, 2015 minutes
Year 2014
- December 8, 2014
- September 8, 2014
- August 11, 2014
- July 14, 2014
- June 9, 2014
- May 12, 2014
- March 10, 2014
Year 2013
Year 2012
Year 2011
- December 12, 2011
- July 11, 2011
- June 13, 2011
- May 9, 2011
- April 11, 2011
- February 14, 2011
- January 10, 2011
Year 2010
- July 12, 2010
- June 14, 2010
- May 10, 2010
- April 26, 2010
- April 12, 2010
- March 8, 2010
- February 8, 2010
- January 11, 2010
Year 2009
- December 14, 2009
- November 9, 2009
- October 11, 2009
- September 14, 2009
- August 10, 2009
- July 13, 2009
- June 8, 2009
- May 11, 2009
- April 13, 2009
- March 23, 2009
- February – no meeting
- January – no meeting
Year 2008
- December – no meeting
- November 10, 2008
- September 8, 2008
- August 11, 2008
- July 14, 2008