What is the Zoning Hearing Board?

The Zoning Hearing Board is a quasi-judicial body, consisting of three regular members and one alternate member, all of whom are residents of the Borough. Members are appointed by Council to serve 3-year terms.

During their tenure, members of the Zoning Hearing Board are not permitted to hold any other office in the municipality.

The Board is responsible for the following activities:

• Hearing and deciding appeals where it is alleged that the Zoning Office has erred in applying or interpreting regulations;
• Hearing and making decisions on special exceptions; and
• Authorizing variances from the terms of the Zoning Ordinance, as permitted by the Municipalities Planning Code.

For questions about this board, call (814) 234-7109.

Meeting Time

When there are cases to be heard, board members meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month.

Please note that due to COVID-19 all meetings will be held virtually. Learn how to attend at https://www.statecollegepa.us/3162/A-Virtual-Meeting .

Current Members