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Ohio
Establishing regulatory power of county zoning authorities on agricultural activities
Ohio Rev. Code § 303.21 (2016).
Last Visited 3/31/26
Policy Summary
This law lays out under which conditions county zoning authorities can regulate agricultural activities. These include traditional agricultural purposes in addition to biodiesel production, methane gas storage, and agritourism. These zoning authorities will permit which agricultural activities are permissible in certain areas, and urban farms and gardens should be vigilant to ensure they are in compliance with these laws.
State
Ohio
Jurisdiction Name
Ohio
Jurisdiction Type
state
Food System Topics
- Urban Agriculture
- Agricultural Production
- Zoning, Planning & Land Use
- Policymaking Process
