Board of Zoning Appeals

Purpose and Typical Duties

The Board of Zoning Appeals considers requests for variances and appeals of decisions made by the Zoning Administrator. 

Length of Term

5 Year Term

Term Limitations

There are no limits on the number of terms a member may serve.

Number of Members

Five (5) members appointed by the Circuit Court. Members of the Board of Zoning Appeals can not hold other public office (appointed or elected) in Madison County except that one (1) member may be a member of Madison County's Planning Commission.

Meeting Time and Place

Meetings are held as needed and scheduled for the third Tuesday of each month, and meeting times may begin at 7 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., specific meeting times will be advertised on this website and in the Madison Eagle. Meetings are held in Madison County Administrative Auditorium (414 N. Main Street; Madison VA 22727).

Member Qualification

N/A

References

Section 17-1 of the Madison County Zoning Ordinance; State Code Sec.15.2-2308

Appointment Process

Members are appointed by the Board of Supervisors.

Compensation

None.

Members:

Name:Appointment Expires:Email:
Douglas Coppedge, Chairman 
12/31/2024
Roger L. Clatterbuck 
04/17/2026
Email Roger Clatterbuck
James M. Lohr
04/17/2026

Sarah Wills 
11/09/2026
Email Sarah Wills
Rodney A. Lillard
12/31/2027 

Suzanne M. Long, Secretary  (Alternate)
12/31/2025
Email Suzanne Long

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