Affidavit of Ownership to be Attached to Application to a Zoning Board for Variance from Zoning Restriction
What this document covers
The Affidavit of Ownership is a legal document that certifies the ownership of a specific property. This form is necessary when applying to a zoning board for a variance, which allows an exception to existing zoning restrictions. By providing proof of ownership, this affidavit supports your application and clarifies your rights regarding the property in question. Unlike general property ownership forms, this affidavit is specifically tailored for zoning regulations and variance requests.
Form components explained
- Name of the property owner or applicant
- State and county of residence
- Detailed property address
- Legal description of the property
- Affirmation of the truthfulness of the attached variance application
- Signature requirements and notarization section
When to use this form
You should use this form when you are submitting an application for a zoning variance to your local zoning board. A variance may be necessary if you plan to use your property in a way that does not fully comply with current zoning laws. Situations may include seeking permission for unique land usage, adjustments to lot sizes, or modifications of building height restrictions.
Who this form is for
- Property owners seeking a variance for the use of their land
- Applicants representing the interests of a property owner
- Individuals who need to provide formal proof of ownership when applying for zoning exemptions
Steps to complete this form
- Enter the full name of the owner or applicant at the top of the form.
- Fill in your state and county of residence.
- Provide the complete street address of the property, including city and zip code.
- Insert a detailed legal description of the property impacted by zoning regulations.
- Sign the affidavit, affirming the truth of the provided information.
- Have the document notarized to validate your claim.
Is notarization required?
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Typical mistakes to avoid
- Failing to provide a complete legal description of the property.
- Not notarizing the document, if required by local law.
- Providing false or misleading statements in the affidavit.
- Submitting the form without reviewing local zoning ordinance requirements.
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In contrast, an applicant for a special use permit does not have to show hardship. Instead, the focus is on simply showing that the proposed use meets the conditions already contained in the ordinance, whereas a variance is, in essence, permission to break the law.
Typically, variances are granted when the property owner can demonstrate that existing zoning regulations present a practical difficulty in making use of the property. Each municipality has rules for variance requests.
So in the simplest terms, a variance is an exception to the existing zoning, whereas a nonconforming use (also known as a grandfather clause) arises when there is a change to the zoning, but an existing use is still permitted to continue.
Some examples of area variances might include: A request to put a fence up along your property line. A request to build a property closer than normally permitted to a roadway. A request to build a structure higher than usually permitted by the local zoning ordinance.
What's the difference between a special use permit and a variance? A variance allows a deviation from the requirements of the zoning ordinance; a special use permit allows a use not ordinarily allowed in the zone.
- area variance - allows modification of height, location, setback, size, or similar requirements for a use that is permitted in the zone. - use variance - allows a use that would normally be prohibited in the zone.
Present a (real) hardship. Be Respectful. Be Prepared. Create exhibits. Practice your argument. Review with the ZEO.
The entire process typically takes 45 to 50 days to complete. The Planning Commission reserves the right to continue your application should it be deemed necessary. WHAT HAPPENS AFTER MY VARIANCE REQUEST HAS BEEN APPROVED OR DENIED?
In contrast, an applicant for a special use permit does not have to show hardship. Instead, the focus is on simply showing that the proposed use meets the conditions already contained in the ordinance, whereas a variance is, in essence, permission to break the law.
