Zoning & Design Review Division

• Thomas Mierisch, Zoning Administrator
  Processes applications for variances, special use permits, appeals, UDO text amendments, and TRC coordinator.
  Contact: 919-718-4656 ext 5396 or 
  
  
• Katherine Shearin, Planner I
  Major and minor subdivision plat review
  919-718-4656 ext 5398 or 
  
  
• Mark Hackett, Planner I
  Residential project review (new home construction) and minor subdivision review.
  Contact: 919-718-4656 ext 5444 or 
  
  
• Anne Mauro, Planner I
  Commercial project review and multifamily project review.
  Contact: 919-718-4656 ext 5399 or 
  
  
• Paulette Harmon, Planning Technician
  Residential project review (renovations, additions, decks, etc.), sign permit review, mobile food vendor permit review, swimming pool permit review, chicken permit review, and general planning/zoning information.
  Contact: 919-718-4656 ext 5395 or t
  
  
• Samantha Miller, Planning Technician
  Commercial project review (changes of occupancy), sign permits, mobile food vendor permits, temporary use permits, beekeeping and chicken permits.
  Contact: 919-718-4656 or

For zoning violations within the City of Sanford, contact the City of Sanford Code Enforcement Dept. at 919-718-4652 or .

Rezoning requests are processed by the Long Range Planning Division of Community Development. Please contact Amy McNeill, Senior Planner, at 919-718-4656 ext 5397 or for inquiries/information regarding the rezoning process.

Not sure who to contact? Send an email to  and we will respond with information in a timely manner. Please include as much information as possible to help us expedite your request.

Thank you for your understanding.