The Bloom Township Zoning Department is responsible for issuing zoning permits for new structures and in-ground pools built within the township.
Permits & applications
Applications may be downloaded online or picked up in person at Bloom Township Hall, 8490 Lithopolis Road, in Greencastle.
Info Box. An “Info Box” near the parking lot of the township building lets you pick up and drop off applications — just call (614) 837-4387 first to request that the packets be left there for you.
New residence requirements
New residence
Two-acre minimum lot size
150 ftof road frontage required
50 ftset-back from the edge of the road right-of-way
50 ftset-back from the rear property line
25 ftset-back from the right and left property lines
Accessory buildings
Accessory building
Detached garages, sheds, barns and similar structures
SitingMust be located behind or beside the house
5 ftset-back from the rear property line
12 ftset-back from the right and left property lines
SizeSquare footage must not exceed the size of the house
These figures are a quick reference only. Always confirm requirements against the current Bloom Township Zoning Resolution before you build, or call the Administrator with questions.