ZONING DEPARTMENT
The Zoning Code requires that any new construction, addition, or modification to any building, structure or land within the Village limits must be approved by the Village of Caledonia Zoning Inspector. This would include homes, garages, air conditioning units, fences, swimming pools, antennas, signs, driveways, or anything that requires permanent location on the ground or attachment to something having a permanent location on the ground. In any of these situations, a property owner must file an application with the Village of Caledonia for review and approval. A permit is also required for any excavation of land or the demolition of any building. The only types of construction that are exempt from a zoning permit are exact replacements (such as replacing steps) or the re-roofing of a building or structure. However, if the replacement is not exact and alters the building or structure architecturally, the property owner is required to pursue the issuance of a zoning permit.
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If an application is consistent with the requirements of the zoning code, it will be approved by the Village Zoning Inspector. If any application does not meet the criteria found in the zoning code, the application will be denied. However, the applicant may request a variance hearing before the Board of Zoning and Building Appeals for an alteration or waiver of some of the Code requirements (for example, setback requirements).