Zoning

The zoned area of Athens Township is bordered by Pine Street on the north, the Hocking River on the east, between Slater Lane and Porter Lane on the south, and Lemaster Road just west of Connett Road on the west. View effective Zoning Map

Athens Twp Zoning Code amended/effective – January 3, 2026 Athens Twp. Zoning Code amended – February 20, 2022 Athens Twp. Zoning Code originally adopted – November 3, 2020  The zoned area of Athens Township is bordered by Pine Street on the north, the Hocking River on the east, between Slater… Read More »Zoning Code

Zoning Commission MembersAthens Township Zoning CommissionMailing Address:313 West Union StreetAthens, OH 45701-2327 Members:Sean Jones, Chair (5 year term ending 12/31/29)sean.jones.tpzc@gmail.com Brian Dearing, Vice-Chair/Secretary (5 year term ending 12/31/28)brian.dearing.tpzc@gmail.com Susan Jenning (5 year term ending 12/31/27)susan.jenning.tpzc@gmail.com  Richard Fernow (5 year term ending 12/31/26)rick.fernow.tpzc@gmail.com Teena Thornton (5 year term ending 12/31/30)teena.thornton.tpzc@gmail.com Alternates:Two… Read More »Zoning Commission Members

To preserve the character of The Plains and guide its development for the benefit of its citizens, The Athens Township Zoning Commission is dedicated to the long-term development of The Plains, Ohio, with an eye toward neighborhood preservation and economic sustainability. With the community’s prime location, highway access, good schools,… Read More »Athens Twp. Zoning Commission Mission Statement

The Athens Township Zoning Commission meets on the third Tuesday of each month The Athens Township Zoning Commission meets as needed at the Athens County Public Library Plains Branch, 14 S. Plains Road, The Plains, Ohio 45780 at 6:00 PM on the third Tuesday of each month in order to… Read More »Zoning Commission Meetings

Zoning Commission presentation endorsing adoptionApril 29, 2020 Public Hearing Slideshow Presentation