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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Vandalia public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
North Dixie Drive sign variance
A business owner replaced a rotting sign without pulling a permit and now needs three variances because the new sign is bigger, taller and too close to the right-of-way. The BZA recommended approving all three.
Planning commission and BZA eligibility rules
New language would bar planning commission and Board of Zoning Appeals members from being city employees or holding elected municipal office — closing the door on staff or council members sitting on those boards.
Citizen engagement on moratoriums and warehouses
Resident Don Hutchison urged neighbors to "circle the wagons" and show up at council meetings on hot topics like moratoriums and warehouses, warning that residents who skip meetings may miss issues that affect them.
Impervious surface variance at 1622 Middlefield Court
A homeowner got permission to cover 2.9% more of his lot with hard surfaces than zoning normally allows.
Property Maintenance Board of Appeals appointment
John Wheeler is slated to move from alternate to full member of the Property Maintenance Board, with the vote set for January 20.
St. Christopher Parish front yard fence variance
The parish can build a front-yard fence extending 20 feet past the building line at its East National Road properties.