El Monte, CA · Los Angeles County

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Variances and Minor Variances

This application lets El Monte property owners request zoning variances or minor variances and explain how each request meets the required findings.

What this form is

Use this application to request a variance or minor variance from a zoning requirement for a property in El Monte. It asks for the property address or parcel numbers, each request and its justification, applicable plans or calculations, and written responses to the required findings. The applicant signs and dates the form and provides a printed name and phone number or email address.

Who needs it

Property owners requesting a variance or minor variance from a zoning requirement in El Monte need to complete this application.

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 application is signed without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Variances and Minor Variances application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Enter the property location, list each variance or minor variance request, and provide the required findings.

  3. 3

    Gather Supporting Materials

    Include applicable plans, drawings, calculations, and any other materials required by staff.

  4. 4

    Sign And Submit

    Sign and date the application, then submit it to the city department named on the form.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Variances and Minor Variances application for?
It lets property owners request variances or minor variances from zoning requirements and provide request details, supporting plans or calculations, and responses to required findings.
What information does the application ask for?
The form asks for the property address or parcel numbers, each variance request and its justification, applicable plans or calculations, responses to findings, and the applicant’s signature and contact information.
Do I need a notary for the Variances and Minor Variances application?
No. This application is signed without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it.
How do I submit the Variances and Minor Variances application?
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

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