The Board of Zoning Appeals, commonly referred to as BZA, has the authority to decide appeals to The Town of Chesterfield zoning ordinances. The BZA ensures community development and growth comply with rules set forth in zoning ordinances. Additionally, the BZA addresses petitions for special exceptions to allow specific uses in a zoning district that are typically not permitted, if certain conditions are met.

The Board of Zoning Appeals meets on an as needed basis at Millcreek Civic Center’s Memorial Hall.

To learn more about Indiana laws relating to Town Councils, review Indiana Code Title 36, Article 7, Chapter 4, Section 900 using the Indiana Code Browser.

Current Members:

• Dennis Kelly
• Sarah Young
• Gina Lenoard
• Jim Horn
• Tim Dunham

Written Tesimonies:

In accordance with Indiana law, a person may not communicate with any member of the Board of Zoning Appeals before a hearing with the intent to influence the member’s action on a matter pending before the board. Not less than five days before the hearing, however, town staff may file with the board a written statement setting forth any facts or opinions relating to matters pending before the board.

Written testimonies in support of, or opposition to, matters pending before the BZA may be addressed to:
Board of Zoning Appeals
Chesterfield Government Center
17 Veteran’s Boulevard
Chesterfield, IN 46017

For questions regarding the Board of Zoning Appeals, please contact Town Hall at 765-378-3331.