Land Use & Zoning
Under Ohio's ORC Chapter 519 (township zoning), which board has original jurisdiction over zoning applications in townships?
AThe city council
BThe township Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)✓ Correct
CThe county planning commission
DThe Ohio Supreme Court
Explanation
In Ohio townships, the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) handles variances, conditional use permits, and appeals of zoning officer decisions under ORC Chapter 519.
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