Zoning Administration

Permitting

Zoning Administration issues zoning certificates and is the start of the permitting process in Harrison Township.  To get permits for new business, modifications to buildings or properties, or to build a new structure, including a shed you first need a Zoning Permit.  Applying for a zoning permit can be done by downloading a form and submitting it  via email, mail or in person to the Development Department.  

We can help you get applications for needed Fire Inspections, building permits from Montgomery County and if you need to do work along a road way a Right-of-Way permit is also required.  

Permit Application Forms

Harrison Township requires permits for most activities on commercial and residential sites.

Zoning permits are required for the following activities in commercial properties
  • Change in ownership or operator of an existing business
  • New businesses in an existing building
  • New Construction or additions
  • Paving or parking lot projects
  • Temporary or permanent signs
  • Installing or changing fences, walls or gates
  • Special Events or outdoor sales
  • On-Site Mobile Food Vendors
Zoning permits are required for the following activities on residential properties
  • New or replaced fences
  • Accessory structures including swimming pools, sheds, detached garages, green houses, barns, gazebos
  • Modifications or new parking pads, driveways, or paving projects like patios
  • Additions 
  • New construction
Permit Process Diagram2025

Zoning Regulations

The Ohio Revised Code enables the Township to adopt local zoning regulations to manage the orderly development of the community.  Harrison Township's current zoning regulations were adopted in 2023. 

Zoning Code

Zoning Use Matrix

Zoning Map

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