Board of Appeals

Overview

The Board of Appeals is the only body empowered to grant variances from code or ordinance requirements. The Board of Appeals consists of four different subsections:

  • Accommodations for Persons with Disabilities
  • Construction Board of Appeals
  • Housing Board of Appeals
  • Zoning Board of Appeals

All applications are due 28 days before the meeting date. View the 2026 meeting schedule. Includes both meeting dates and deadlines. 

There is an application fee for each property. 

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Regular Meetings

  • 6 p.m.
  • 4th Thursday of every month (except November and December)
  • Council Chambers
    270 S River Avenue
    Holland, MI 49423

Please call Community and Neighborhood Services at 616-355-1330 to confirm meeting dates.

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.
View Most Recent Agendas and Minutes

Members

  • John Bedard

    Term Expires: June 30, 2027

  • Jane Peeks
    Term Expires: June 30, 2028

  • David Lockery
    Term Expires: June 30, 2027

  • Jorge Benitez
    Term Expires: June 30, 2026


  • Tatjcha Lambers 
    Term Expires: June 30, 2028
  • Eric Falstad 
    Term Expires: June 30, 2028
  • Fred Van Antwerp, Alternate
    Term Expires: June 30, 2026

  • David Baur, Alternate

    Term Expires: June 30, 2028

  • Devin Shea, Council Liaison

Staff Support

  • Vince Duckworth, City Attorney
  • Rachel Hillegonds, Deputy City Attorney
  • Tricia Dreier, Assistant Director Community and Neighborhood Services
  • Miranda Neyens, Department Assistant