Zoning

We encourage residents to call and make an appointment. Residents can call
(574)-245- 6022 or email zoning@southbendin.gov. Residents and guests must
wear a face mask prior to entering the office. If you are ill, please stay home.
While entering the County-City building, please practice proper social-distancing
and use hand sanitizers stations throughout the building.

Zoning Ordinance              Zoning District Map

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SOUTH BEND PLAN COMMISSION

The South Bend Plan Commission (SBPC) meets monthly to process Zone Map Changes (rezoning) and Subdivisions. The Commission can also hear variances and special exception requests when part of a combined public hearing with a rezoning or subdivision application.  The Commission consists of nine (9) members whose appointments are authorized by Indiana State law.

The South Bend Plan Commission meets on the third Monday of each month at 4:00 p.m. on the 4th Floor of the County-City Building.

SOUTH BEND BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS

The South Bend Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) meets monthly to hear requests for variances from the development standards of the zoning ordinance, special exception, and use variance requests.  The Board consists of five (5) members whose appointments are authorized by Indiana State Law.

The Board meets on the first month of each month at 4:00 p.m. on the 4th Floor of the County-City Building.

Zoning Administration

The administration of the South Bend Zoning Ordinance, South Bend Plan Commission, and South Bend Board of Zoning Appeals is handled by staff in the Department of Community Investment located on the 14th Floor of the County-City Building.

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