Rezoning

Rezoning

Rezoning (or zoning amendment) refers to the process of changing the current zoning designation of a property to a different zoning designation usually to allow for a use that is not permitted in the current zoning district.  The process includes the completion of a rezoning application, the payment of a non-refundable filing fee, and two public hearings before a final decision is made by the Board of Commissioners.

The establishment of zoning districts is largely based upon the County’s Future Land Use Map which is part of the Comprehensive Plan.  Any request for rezoning must be consistent with the future land use category designation indicated on the Future Land Use Map.