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Zoning Update

Thank You for Your Feedback
North Ridgeville's draft Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) and zoning map were posted for public review on July 15, 2026. Postcards notifying property owners hit mailboxes on July 23, and the comment period ran through August 31, 2026. This is not the end of the opportunity for public input. Formal public hearings before the Planning Commission and Council are still ahead, and residents will have additional opportunities to speak and be heard as this update moves through the adoption process. Materials remain available below, both for reference and as this process continues.

Review the Draft
Comment Period Closed, More Opportunities Ahead
Comments submitted through the online form, written correspondence, and drop-in sessions are now part of the public record and are being reviewed by Planning Commission. Public hearings before the Planning Commission and Council, where residents can speak directly, will follow later in this process. Questions can still be directed to [email protected].

Drop-In Sessions
Five drop-in sessions were held between July 31 and August 24 at the North Ridgeville Library and City Hall Council Chambers, giving residents the chance to talk with staff, ask questions, and share input in person.

About This Process
This update was structured to allow for thorough review and public input before any formal action is taken.
  • Planning Commission work sessions were held to review draft materials.
  • The Public Review Draft was made available for public review beginning July 15, 2026.
  • Five drop-in sessions were held for informal questions and one-on-one discussion.
  • The public commend period closed August 31, 2026. 
  • Formal public hearings before the Planning Commission and Council will follow as part of the adoption process.

What We’re Hearing
Throughout the comment period, we heard substantial feedback through the online comment form, written correspondence, and drop-in sessions. A summary of what we heard through August 13, along with where staff's thinking was heading at that point, is available here: What We're Hearing. Additional updates will be posted to this section as we complete review of comments received through the full comment period.
Current Zoning
The following documents reflect the city’s current zoning regulations and remain in effect until any updates are formally adopted:

Background & Supporting Documents
The following materials informed the development of this update.
What Comes Next?
  • Planning Commission will review all feedback received during the comment period. Based on that review, staff will determine what revisions to make to the draft ordinance and zoning map.
  • Planning Commission will then determine whether additional review is needed or whether the ordinance is ready to move toward adoption.
  • Required public notice will be given ahead of formal hearings before Planning Commission and Council, and residents will have the opportunity to speak at those hearings.

Questions?
Contact us at [email protected] or visit this page for updates.