Frequently Asked Questions

Usually, when an applicant applies for a building permit through the Building/Zoning Office, the building/zoning inspector will determine whether or not a project will require approval by the ZBA. In other instances, applicants who are familiar with the town's Zoning By-law, will approach the Zoning Board directly.

For additional assistance, we suggest that you call, fax, or email the Zoning Board of Appeals Office:

• Telephone: 508-696-4260
• Fax: 508-696-7341
• Email Laura Barbera

After you file your application, the Zoning Board has 65 days in which to open a hearing, but many times a hearing will be scheduled approximately 30 days after the date of filing depending upon the number of applications submitted. Once your hearing is scheduled, either you, your lawyer, representative or agent must attend the hearing in order to present your case.

For additional assistance, we suggest that you call, fax, or email the Zoning Board of Appeals Office:

• Telephone: 508-696-4260
• Fax: 508-696-7341
• Email Laura Barbera

A complete copy of Tisbury's Zoning By-law can be obtained from the Tisbury Printer on Lagoon Pond Road in Vineyard Haven. If you only require copies of a few specific pages, anyone in the Building/Zoning Office, Zoning Board of Appeals or Planning Board can do this for you.

For additional assistance, we suggest that you call, fax, or email the Zoning Board of Appeals Office:

• Telephone: 508-696-4260
• Fax: 508-696-7341
• Email Laura Barbera