Hanford, CA · Kings County
Variance Application
Property owners or their agents use this application to request a variance from Hanford’s zoning requirements and provide project details, site plans, and justification for the request.
- California-licensed 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
The application asks the City of Hanford to review whether proposed development conforms to the zoning ordinance and to consider a requested variance. Applicants provide property and project information, a site plan, written responses supporting the request, and materials for the public hearing. The city says incomplete applications will not be accepted or acted upon, and signatures on applications filed by mail must be notarized.
Who needs it
A property owner or the owner’s agent needs this form to request a zoning variance for a property in Hanford.
Why it needs a notary
For mailed filings, the form requires notarization of the owner or owner’s agent signature, but it does not specify a jurat or acknowledgment block.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Get the City of Hanford Variance Application and review the filing instructions.
- 2
Complete The Form
Provide owner and project information, variance justification, and the required site plan and hearing materials.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
If filing by mail, arrange notarization of the owner or owner’s agent signature.
- 4
Sign On Video
Meet with a commissioned online notary and sign as directed during the video session.
- 5
Submit To The City
Send the completed application and required attachments to the City of Hanford Community Development Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Hanford. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed California 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
- Who may submit a Hanford variance application?
- The form says only the property owner or the owner’s agent may submit the application.
- Do I need to notarize my signature?
- The form requires the signature to be notarized when the application is filed by mail. It does not identify a specific jurat or acknowledgment block.
- How do I prepare the site plan?
- Include a scaled site plan with the property address and parcel number, boundaries, streets, structures, parking, utilities, drainage, and other details listed in the instructions. The application also calls for twelve copies and one reduced original.
- Can I complete this notarization online?
- California notaries cannot perform remote online notarization until the Secretary of State certifies the technology or 2030. California recognizes out-of-state notarizations under Civil Code §1189(b). A commissioned online notary may be an option; confirm with the city if unsure.
Variance Application in other California cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.