The Board of Adjustment consists of five residents appointed by the Mayor and approved by the Board of Aldermen. Three alternate members may be appointed to serve in the absence or disqualification of a regular member. 

Meetings of the Board of Adjustment shall be held at the call of the Chairman and at such other times as the Board may determine. All of the meetings of the Board of Adjustment shall be open to the public.

The Board of Adjustment hears and decides appeals regarding alleged errors in the administrative enforcement of Chapter 405 of the City's Zoning Code and has the power to authorize variances to said code, provided they meet the requirements listed in Section 405.810 of the City Code.