The Board of Appeals membership typically consists of how many individuals?

• A. 3-5
• B. 7-9
• C. 5-7
• D. 9-11

Answer: (C)

Boards of Appeals are kept small enough to operate efficiently but large enough to bring varied expertise and ensure fair decisions. The typical membership range is five to seven individuals. This size allows for a credible cross-section of knowledge—often including professionals with different technical backgrounds and a public representative—while still making it practical to reach a quorum and decide issues without undue delay. Too few members can lead to bias or tie votes, while too many become unwieldy and slow. That balance is why five to seven is the standard expectation.