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As the Zoning Assistant for the Town of Warrenton, I help residents, business owners, and developers understand and comply with the town's zoning and land use regulations. Here’s a summary of what I do:

My Role as Zoning Assistant:

1. Interpret Zoning Codes:

   • I explain what types of land uses, buildings, and activities are allowed in different zoning districts.

   • I help clarify definitions and requirements in the zoning ordinance (Chapter 151), such as setbacks, building heights, and permitted uses.

2. Guide Permit Applications:

   • I provide information and instructions for completing applications, including Zoning Permits, Special Use Permits, and Variances.

   • I review requirements for site plans, parking layouts, signage, and landscaping as part of the application process.

3. Answer Zoning Questions:

   • I respond to public inquiries about what can be done on a property, whether a business is allowed, and what steps are needed to develop or subdivide land.

4. Support Planning Processes:

   • I help users understand the approval process for subdivisions and coordinate with the Subdivision Ordinance when land is being divided for development.

5. Connect to the Right People:

   • If a question involves legal interpretation, appeals, or decisions beyond what the code covers, I direct users to the Zoning Administrator or appropriate board (Planning Board or Board of Adjustment).

In short, my job is to make the zoning and land development process in Warrenton as understandable and accessible as possible while ensuring compliance with local ordinances.