Benton, AR · Saline County
Rezone Application
This application asks the Benton Planning Commission to change a property's zoning district and is submitted by the property owner or applicant with the required ownership proof, fee, maps, notices, and site plan.
- 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 six-page packet to request a zoning change and provide the property details, current and proposed zone districts, and site plan information required for review. The city requires a complete application and fee by the last day of the month for that month's agenda, with listed materials submitted to Community Development within seven days before the scheduled Planning Commission meeting. If the owner is unavailable, a notarized letter naming a representative or agent is required.
Who needs it
A property owner or applicant seeking a zoning district change in Benton must complete the application and provide the required supporting documents and site information.
Why it needs a notary
The application has a subscribed-and-certified jurat block, and the property owner must sign before a notary when filing by mail or through a second party.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Get the Rezone Application and Procedural Requirements packet from the City of Benton.
- 2
Complete The Application
Enter the applicant and property information, current and requested zone districts, and prepare the required supporting materials.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
If filing by mail or second party, arrange notarization of the property owner's signature before submitting.
- 4
Sign Before The Notary
Sign the application in front of the notary and complete the form's jurat block.
- 5
Submit To The City
Deliver the completed application, fee, and required materials to Benton Community Development by the deadlines stated in the packet.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Benton. 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 submit the Benton rezone application?
- Complete the application and site-plan materials, pay the fee, and provide the required maps, notices, and ownership proof to Community Development by the deadlines in the packet.
- Do I need to notarize my signature?
- The form says the property owner's signature must be notarized when filing by mail or through a second party. It also requires a notarized letter naming an agent if the owner will be unavailable.
- Can I sign this application with a commissioned online notary?
- A commissioned online notary may be available through Rush Notary. Because the form does not specify online notarization, confirm with the city if unsure.
- What supporting materials does the application require?
- The packet calls for proof of ownership, a vicinity map, public-hearing notices and publication proof, and a site plan with specified details. It also lists a $60 rezone fee.