All zoning issues are accepted or rejected by referendum. The steps required by the Ohio Revised Code to adopt rural zoning are the most complex procedures required of local government. Reviews and public hearings are mandated as well as the referendum. It is essential to assess the degree of general interest or concern of residents. Community concern can be assessed through a number of activities and entities.
Various organizations have information on community issues.
Radio and television stations periodically review community concerns. Elected and community leaders can assist with information gathering. Survey research among registered voters can achieve a reliable indication of current and long term concerns. Variations of public hearings can be utilized as an information gathering tool. The vast majority of rural areas with zoning have used the township form.