Planning and Zoning is a division of the Development Department, and is responsible for current and long range planning activities that guide the orderly, common, sustainable long-term growth and development of the city. The City's planning efforts provide a basis for the maintenance and strengthening of property values by minimizing land use conflicts and encouraging stabilization of neighborhood environments. Areas slated for change also have a framework in which day-to-day decisions can be evaluated. The permitted uses within a district are controlled by the Zoning Code.

The division is also responsible for enforcement of the Zoning Code, Sign Code, Property Maintenance Code, and Subdivision Regulations, along with shaping the city's growth in redevelopment to meet the city's Comprehensive Plan. These codes and plans are approved by the City’s Planning Commission and/or City Council.

Zoning Code

The Zoning Code is established pursuant to applicable provisions of the Ohio Revised Code. The zoning regulations can be found in text in the Troy Codified Ordinance and the classifications are mapped on the official zoning map.

Zoning Map

Zoning classifies various parcels of land into specific classifications within the city. Each classification represents a list of permitted uses along with regulations on what the land can or cannot be used for.

To view Troy's Zoning Map in ARCGis, click here.

Online Zoning Permits

Apply for permits online here.

Planning and Zoning Documents

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  • Accessory Uses Sheds Pools Decks Garages
  • Appeals Application
  • Certificate of Appropriateness Historical Review
  • Downtown Riverfront Overlay
  • Fence Permit
  • Indemnification Agreement for Projecting Sign
  • New Construction and Additions
  • Outdoor Seating Application
  • Planned Development
  • Sign Permit
  • Temporary Use
  • Variance Requests
  • Zoning Amendments (Rezoning)
  • Zoning Certificate of Occupancy Application
  • Downtown Parking
  • 2026 Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon Report
  • 2024 Downtown Troy Conceptual Design Preliminary Financial Analysis
  • 2020 Downtown Troy Conceptual Design Preliminary Financial Analysis
  • 2019 Elbert Downtown Parking Study
  • 2017 Woolpert Downtown Parking Study
  • 2017 MKSK Riverfront Study
  • 1996 Woolpert Downtown Parking Study
  • 1960 Harland Bartholomew and Associates Streets Study
  • 112 118 West Main Street (Tavern Building) Settlement Agreement
  • Draft Unified Development Code
  • Planning Commission Presentation, June 18, 2026
  • Existing Gas Stations compared to Vacant B 2 (General Business District) Land


Planning and Zoning FAQs

A permit is needed anytime you increase the footprint of a building, install an accessory building (including, but not limited to: a fence, garage, patio, pool, shed, etc.) or open a new business. Applications can be found on our website as PDF forms, by visiting us at City Hall (102 S. Market St.), or by contacting us at 937-339-9481.
A Zoning Permit is issued by the City of Troy. It verifies the project you are proposing is in compliance with the City of Troy zoning regulations (setbacks, height, lot coverage, etc.). A Building Permit is issued by the Miami County Building Department and verifies the project you are proposing is in compliance with building regulations (construction materials, plumbing, electrical, etc.).
  • Garage sales are limited to no more than two garage sales per unit per year and can not exceed three consecutive days.
  • One on-premise sign is permitted that does not exceed 4 square feet.
  • Two off-premise signs are allowed if they do not exceed 2 square feet.
  • Signs are NOT allowed to be placed on telephone poles or in the right-of-way (between the sidewalk & curb)
  • All signs must be removed 24 hours after the garage sale.
  • Garage sales are permitted from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Yes, you will need to submit a site plan indicating where on your property you would like to locate new structures. This needs to include the setbacks to all surrounding property lines and the distances from any existing structures.
Please contact the complaint line at 937-335-6103 and provide the address and description of the complaint. Complainants can be anonymous, however, staff will not be able to provide feedback regarding the status of anonymous complaints.
Each permit has a separate fee. You can view the full fee schedule here.
You will want to check the Miami County Auditor's website. Parcel numbers that start with "D08" or "D45" are in the corporate limits of Troy.
Variances stay with the land. A variance will continue even if ownership of the property changes. New owners must adhere to the terms and conditions of the original variance granted.
The City will not locate property lines. You should consult a professional engineer/surveyor or your title company to assist you.
No, the city can only address dead or dying trees in the right-of-way (usually located between the sidewalk and street). You should consult an attorney as this is a private civil legal dispute and the city has no control or jurisdiction.