Expedited 2 Annexation - Amherst Township to City of Elyria
Lorain County
Description
An expedited Type 2 annexation of approximately 65.2559 acres from Amherst Township to the City of Elyria.
Impact summary
The County Commission denied it on Aug 25, 2026.
Raises concerns among township residents regarding sewer capacity, stormwater drainage, and loss of rural land.
Applicant
- Name
- Builders & Developers, Co., Inc. (Richard Beran, President; Agent: Attorney Jon D. Clark)
- Address
- Amherst Township to Elyria, OH
At a glance
- Hearings
- 3
- Public comments
- 7
- Total mentions
- 3
Last vote · County Commission
Last discussed Aug 25, 2026.
Meeting timeline (3)
Board of Commissioners - Aug 25, 2026
An expedited Type 2 annexation of approximately 65.2559 acres from Amherst Township to the City of Elyria.
Board of Commissioners - Jul 28, 2026
Proposed annexation of 65.2559 acres from Amherst Township to the City of Elyria for potential residential development.
Board of Commissioners - Apr 10, 2026
The board received and journalized an expedited annexation of roughly 65 acres from Amherst Township to Elyria, with a decision expected on May 8.
Related issues (1)
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