Township of Cumru, Berks County, Pennsylvania

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Zoning Hearing Board

The Zoning Hearing Board is a semi-judicial body, consisting of three members and up to 3 alternates, all odd whom are residents of the Township. members are appointed by the Board of Commissioners to serve 3 years terms. During their tenure, members of the Zoning Hearing Board are not permitted to hold any other office in the municipality. The board is responsible for:

  • Hearing and deciding appeals where it is alleged that the Zoning Officer has erred in applying or interpreting the Zoning Map or the zoning ordinance. 
  •  Hearing and making decisions on special exceptions.
  •  Authorizing variances from the terms of the Zoning Ordinance, as permitted by the Municipalities Planning Code.


The Zoning Hearing Board meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 P.M. A staff assistant is available to answer any questions regarding a Zoning Variance Application during normal business hours. Call 610-777-1343.

Zoning Hearing Board Application
Zoning Hearing Board Members

 Chairman Thomas Willson 
 Secretary Sharon A. Weidman 
 Member Peter Stish 
 Member James H. Williamson
 Alt. Member Dennis Hatt
 Solicitor Gene Venzke, Esquire