Gadsden, AL · Etowah County
Application for Rezoning
This application asks the City of Gadsden to rezone property and is filed by an owner, lessee, or agent seeking a zoning change.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Use this application to identify the property, its owners, current and proposed zones, and the applicant’s interest in the land. The applicant must describe the intended use, development schedule, and likely effect on surrounding properties, and attach proof of possession, an area map, and a site plan. A $5 legal advertisement fee must accompany the application; the city will notify owners within 300 feet about the public hearing.
Who needs it
An owner, lessee, or agent seeking to change the zoning of property in Gadsden must complete and file this application with the city.
Why it needs a notary
The form has a “Sworn to before me” jurat; the appellant signs before the notary, who completes the date and signs as notary public.
How to get this notarized
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Download the Application
Get the City of Gadsden Application for Rezoning.
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Complete the Form
Provide applicant and property details, proposed zoning, intended use, development schedule, and required explanations.
- 3
Gather Supporting Documents
Attach proof of possession, an area map, and a site plan; include the $5 legal advertisement fee.
- 4
Book an Online Notary
Arrange an online notarization and check with the city if you are unsure whether it accepts it for this sworn form.
- 5
Sign on Video
Sign the appellant line in the notary’s presence during the online session.
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Submit to the City
File the completed application and attachments with the City of Gadsden.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Gadsden. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I apply to rezone property in Gadsden?
- Complete the application, attach proof of possession, an area map, and a site plan, and include the $5 legal advertisement fee. Submit it to the City of Gadsden.
- Do I need to sign the rezoning application before a notary?
- Yes. The application includes a “Sworn to before me” section. The appellant signs before a notary, who completes the jurat.
- Can I use a commissioned online notary for this form?
- Alabama’s remote-notarization statute applies to notaries physically located in Alabama. Recognition of an out-of-state online notarization depends on the law where it is performed and the required official seal; confirm with the city or town if unsure.
- What attachments and fee does the application require?
- Attach proof of the applicant’s right to possess the land and structures, an area map, and a site plan. Include the $5 legal advertisement fee, payable by check to the City of Gadsden.
Other forms in Gadsden
Application for Rezoning in other Alabama cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.