Purpose/Duties

This Commission hears and decides appeals resulting from any order of decision made by a city administrative office in enforcing housing ordinances.  The board may also authorize variances, provided they do not conflict with the public interest. The commission may also authorize variances, provided they do not conflict with the public interest.  This board also fulfills the charge of the Fire Code Board of Appeals. For more information related to the official charge of the HRC please click here.

Meeting Times

The Commission meets on an as-needed basis. Please refer to the City of Oberlin Calendar of Events for official dates. All meetings of the commission shall be open to the public. Public notice of a regularly scheduled or special meeting shall be made in accordance with applicable public meeting laws.

Contact Us

For more information please contact Housing Renewal Commission Secretary, Chris Yates at 440 775-7251.

Membership

Name Term
Susan Hiesser01/01/2024 - 12/31/2026
Alexander Kosman01/01/2023 - 12/31/2025
James Cunningham01/01/2024 - 12/31/2026
Gerard Findlan01/01/2023 - 12/31/2025
Alan Campbell01/01/2022 - 12/31/2024

A complete membership roster for all City of Oberlin boards and commissions can be found here.

Important Documents

Minutes & Agendas

Ohio Sunshine Law

Links 

Questions related to the application process for City board and commission appointments should be directed to the Oberlin Clerk of Council’s Office