Discover Downtown Zanesville
You can view & download a walking map for uncovering downtown architecture & history HERE.
Explore resources that support downtown revitalization, redevelopment, and investment in Zanesville, including financing tools, tax incentive programs, zoning and permit information, ESRI reports, and planning resources. This page brings together helpful links and documents for property owners, investors, business leaders, and community stakeholders working to strengthen and grow downtown.
Community Development CRA program
This CRA is a mechanism different than a banks "CRA". This is a property tax "freeze" mechanism.
Downtown Redevelopment District
A TIF like mechanism enabled by the State of Ohio in 2017. Downtown Zanesville currently has one established DRD with the second and possibly third district being created.
Historic Tax Credits
Explore Historic Tax Credits as a valuable resource for supporting the rehabilitation and reuse of historic downtown properties. With both Ohio and National programs available, these incentives can help make preservation-minded redevelopment more financially achievable for property owners and investors.
City of Zanesville Comprehensive Plan
The Comprehensive Plan is intended to guide the future growth and development of the City of Zanesville. A sound Comprehensive Plan sets the course for actions, policies, and improvements that will help create a sense of place.
City of Zanesville Community Development Department
The Community Development Department provides direction in comprehensive planning for residential and economic development, and for the future growth of Zanesville.
Downtown Arts & Cultural Overlay District
The City of Zanesville, in our continuing effort to support the development of our Downtown Arts and Culture Overlay District, has set aside $300,000 in American Rescue Plan Funds for the purpose of creating a more inviting, bustling, productive character for the Zanesville Downtown area.
City of Zanesville Zoning Map
This is the official City of Zanesville Zoning Map. This might may not reflect the most up to date zoning information. All official zoning records are maintained by Community Development Department.
Downtown Design and Review Board
Application for zoning compliance in Zanesville, Ohio.
Art in Public Places Application
Application for art in public places in Zanesville, Ohio.
Downtown Business Summary
Number of businesses by SIC code, employees & population in Zanesville, Ohio.
Restaurant Market Potential
Restaurant market potential in Zanesville, Ohio.
Traffic Counts
Traffic counts entering downtown Zanesville, Ohio.
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