
Zoning Inspector: Jim Hudson
440-969-1106, Extension #1
Office hours: Tuesday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Closed 12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m. for lunch.
zoning@saybrooktownship.org
If you are planning any construction such as building a new structure, putting up a fence, sign, pool, or shed, you are required to apply for a Zoning Permit before any work is started. This applies not only to residential but all industrial and commercial buildings.
Permit applications can be picked up at the Administrative Office during regular business hours or printed from the website; completed permits may be dropped off anytime during regular business hours or deposited in the drop-box at the rear of the Administrative Office in the door.

📢 HELP WANTED – MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN SAYBROOK TOWNSHIP! 📢
Saybrook Township is seeking dedicated residents to serve on the Zoning Commission and the Board of Zoning Appeals. If you’re passionate about community development, land use, and zoning regulations, this is a great opportunity to get involved and help shape the future of our township.
🔹 Positions Available:
✅ Zoning Commission Members – Review zoning codes, land use plans, and development proposals.
✅ Board of Zoning Appeals Members – Hear appeals and grant variances to ensure fair and consistent application of zoning laws.
🔹 Qualifications:
✔ Must be a resident of Saybrook Township
✔ Interest in community development and land use
✔ Willingness to attend meetings and actively participate
📬 How to Apply:
Submit your qualifications and a letter of interest:
📍 7247 Center Road, Ashtabula, OH 44004 (in person or mail)
📧 saybrooktwpclerk@windstream.net
🗓 Deadline: May 11, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
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RESIDENTS: Keep updated on the Zoning Code Update progress. Click on this link to follow along:
https://verdantasplanning.com/saybrooktwp/
Please click the link below for the SAYBROOK COMPREHENSIVE PLAN:
https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:037fe24c-80c0-4b41-b933-d35fd884abb2