Cave Creek, AZ · Maricopa County

No notary required

Board of Adjustment Variance Application

Property owners and applicants use this application to request a zoning variance or appeal from Cave Creek’s Board of Adjustment.

What this form is

Use this application to request a variance or appeal before the Board of Adjustment. It asks for project, parcel, applicant, and owner details, and requires the applicant to respond to variance criteria and provide specified site plans and supporting materials. The form lists general requirements, additional items for commercial and hillside properties, and an appropriate application fee.

Who needs it

A property owner or authorized applicant seeking a variance or appeal from Cave Creek’s Board of Adjustment should complete this application.

How to submit it

Submit the application and required materials to the Planning Department, Town of Cave Creek, 37622 North Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek, AZ 85331. The form lists an appropriate application fee and provides a phone number and fax number.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated by the property owner without a notary; the form does not identify any notarized or sworn attachment.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Board of Adjustment Variance Application and review its requirements.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Select variance or appeal, provide project and parcel details, and complete the applicable sections.

  3. 3

    Gather Required Materials

    Include the required ownership information, site plans, variance narrative, and any additional materials applicable to the property.

  4. 4

    Submit To The Planning Department

    Submit the application and materials to the Planning Department at the address listed on the form, with the appropriate application fee.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Board of Adjustment Variance Application?
No. The property owner signs and dates this application without a notary. The form does not identify any notarized or sworn attachment.
How do I submit the Board of Adjustment Variance Application?
Submit the completed application and required materials to the Planning Department at 37622 North Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek, AZ 85331. The form lists an appropriate application fee.
What materials must accompany the application?
The form lists proof of ownership or owner authorization, nearby property owner information and mailing labels, site plan copies, and a narrative addressing variance criteria. Additional requirements may apply to commercial or hillside properties.
Who can apply for a variance or appeal?
The application requests information from an applicant and property owner. If the applicant is not the sole owner, the form requires written authorization from all owners of record.

Need something notarized?

This Board of Adjustment Variance Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Cave Creek form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.