Capitola, CA · Santa Cruz County
Variance Application
Capitola property owners use this application to explain a requested variance and provide reasons supporting changes to development standards.
What this form is
The Variance Application lets applicants explain the variance they are requesting and identify the development standards they want modified. It asks for reasons supporting six required findings, including unique property circumstances, effects on property rights and the public, and impacts on coastal resources. Applicants can describe features such as lot size, dimensions, shape, structures, topography, or historic status, and attach additional pages as necessary.
Who needs it
Property owners seeking a variance from development standards can use this application to explain their request and address the required findings.
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 has no notary block; it identifies no sworn or notarized attachment, so the signer simply signs and dates the form.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Capitola Variance Application PDF.
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Complete the Form
Explain the variance request, identify the development standards to modify, and provide reasons for the required findings.
- 3
Gather Attachments
Attach additional pages as necessary to explain the request or property circumstances.
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Submit to the City
Submit the application to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Capitola Variance Application ask for?
- It asks applicants to explain their variance request, identify development standards they want modified, and provide reasons supporting six required findings.
- Who uses this variance application?
- Property owners seeking a variance from development standards can use the form to describe their request and relevant circumstances of the property.
- Do I need a notary for this variance application?
- No. This application has no notary block and identifies no sworn or notarized attachment; the signer simply signs and dates the form.
- How do I submit the Capitola Variance Application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.