Benson, AZ · Cochise County
Petition of Appeal to the Board of Appeals
This petition lets an applicant appeal to the Board of Appeals over a code interpretation and explain why compliance presents an unusual problem.
What this form is
Use this form to appeal to the Board of Appeals for an interpretation of a code section that requires something of a project. It asks for project, owner, tenant, and applicant details, the relevant code section, why conformance presents an unusual problem, and what is proposed instead of literal compliance. Supporting data may be attached if desired, but every entry and statement on the form must be complete.
Who needs it
An applicant seeking a Board of Appeals interpretation of a code section for a project should complete this petition.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This petition is signed and dated without a notary; supporting data may be attached, but the form mentions no sworn or notarized attachments.
How to submit this form
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Download The Petition
Download the Petition of Appeal to the Board of Appeals.
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Complete The Form
Fill in all entries and statements, including project and applicant details and the code appeal explanation.
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Gather Supporting Data
Attach supporting data if desired; the form says all entries and statements must still be complete.
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Sign And Submit
Sign and date the petition, then submit it to the city department named on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Board of Appeals petition for?
- It is used to appeal to the Board of Appeals for an interpretation of a code section affecting a project.
- What information does the petition ask for?
- It asks for project, owner, tenant, and applicant details, the code section, an explanation of the unusual problem, and what is proposed instead of literal compliance.
- Do I need a notary for this petition?
- No. The petition is signed and dated without a notary. Supporting data may be attached, but the form mentions no sworn or notarized attachments.
- How do I submit the petition?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
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