Planning & Zoning

The Community Development Department consists of the Planning Department, the Building Department, and the Economic Development Department. Together, they provide a one-step convenient service to residents, businesses, and contractors.

The Planning Department provides assistance to businesses and residents requesting information related to zoning and development issues. The Department assists applicants through Medina's approval process including submittals to the Planning Commission, Historic Preservation Board, and the Board of Zoning Appeals. Additionally, we monitor the continued compliance of the established development regulations.

The Planning Department administers the City's Comprehensive Plan and special planning studies. The Department also coordinates the City's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, the Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP), and other housing and neighborhood related programs.

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City of Medina Programmatic Agreement for HUD Funded Programs

The Programmatic Agreement between the City of Medina and Ohio’s State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) for HUD-funded programs administered by the City expired on December 31, 2024, and a new Programmatic Agreement will be executed with updated terms to extend through December 31, 2029. This agreement facilitates streamlined compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, which requires consideration of the effects of federal undertakings on historic properties.  The City and SHPO have prepared a Programmatic Agreement that extends its duration, clarifies the scope of exempt activities, and includes additional administrative stipulations.

The Programmatic Agreement is available for public review and can be access at HERE or at the City of Medina Community Development Office at 132 N. Elmwood Ave.  Public input regarding the agreement can be submitted by phone at (330) 722-9023, by email at [email protected], or at the City of Medina Community Development Office.

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Lead Safe Ohio Program

Lead Safe Ohio Funds can provide windows, doors, and siding for residents who reside within the limits of Medina County.  The program is FREE ASSISTANCE to reduce or remove lead hazards in your home.  More information and an application can be found at the Medina County Lead Safe Ohio page at https://www.medinaco.org/planning/lead-safe-ohio-program/.

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Historic Preservation Brochure

In cooperation with Main Street Medina and the Community Design Committee, the City of Medina Community Development Department has worked to create a brochure to guide exterior change and development in the City's Public Square Historic District and designated historic properties.  The brochure, accessible by the link below, outlines historic properties in Medina, the process for review of exterior changes, Community Reinvestment Area incentives, and provides numerous useful contacts.

Brochure - Architectural Review and Historic Preservation in Medina, Ohio

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Quick Links

Planning Forms and Applications

Planning and Zoning Code

Zoning Map

Planning Documents

2025 Boards and Commissions Meeting Schedule

2025 Boards and Commissions Agendas and Minutes

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Department Contacts

Andrew Dutton, Community Development Director

Email:  [email protected]

Office:  330-722-9023

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Sarah Tome, Administrative Assistant

Email: [email protected]

Office: 330-722-9038

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Jon Renninger, Code Enforcement Inspector

Email: [email protected]

Office: 330-722-9033