San Anselmo, CA · Marin County
Variance Supplemental Questionnaire
This questionnaire gathers project details and reasons for a variance request from applicants seeking a variance in San Anselmo.
What this form is
Applicants use this supplemental questionnaire to describe requested setbacks or other variances, including fence height, building height, lot coverage, floor area ratio, or parking. For variance applications other than sign variances, it asks about special circumstances of the property and potential effects on neighborhood health, safety, welfare, and property. Applicants may attach statements; sign variance applicants are directed to a different questionnaire.
Who needs it
People applying for a variance in San Anselmo, other than a sign variance, use this questionnaire to provide project details and supporting reasons.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
No notary is required for this questionnaire; it requests written responses and permits attached statements, but identifies no notarized or sworn step.
How to submit this form
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Download The Questionnaire
Download the Variance Supplemental Questionnaire PDF.
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Complete The Project Details
Describe the requested variance, such as a setback, fence height, building height, lot coverage, floor area ratio, or parking variance.
- 3
Answer The Variance Questions
For a variance application other than a sign variance, describe property circumstances and explain potential neighborhood effects.
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Gather Any Attachments
Attach a statement if needed to provide the requested information.
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Submit To The City
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What information does the Variance Supplemental Questionnaire request?
- It asks for details about the requested variance, such as setback, fence height, building height, lot coverage, floor area ratio, or parking. For most variance applications, it also requests property circumstances and reasons the variance would not adversely affect the neighborhood.
- Who should use this questionnaire?
- Applicants seeking a variance in San Anselmo use it to provide supplemental information. The form says sign variance applicants should see a different questionnaire.
- Do I need a notary for the Variance Supplemental Questionnaire?
- No. The questionnaire identifies no notarized or sworn step. It requests written responses and allows applicants to attach statements.
- How do I submit the Variance Supplemental Questionnaire?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Need something notarized?
This Variance Supplemental Questionnaire doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another San Anselmo form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.