Sandy Springs, GA · Fulton County
Stream Buffer Variance Application
Sandy Springs' variance request to encroach on a protected stream buffer, including an owner authorization sworn before a notary.
- 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
Property owners or their authorized agents requesting to disturb or build within a protected stream buffer in Sandy Springs file this application, which includes an owner authorization affidavit that must be sworn to and signed before a notary.
Who needs it
Property owners or authorized agents in Sandy Springs seeking a stream buffer variance.
Why it needs a notary
The application has four signature fields and text signals for 'sworn to,' 'subscribed and sworn before me,' 'notary public,' and a commission-expiration line.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Stream Buffer Variance Application from Sandy Springs' Filing Land Use Petitions page.
- 2
Fill It Out
Complete the property and buffer disturbance details.
- 3
Book Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the owner authorization before the notary during your video call.
- 5
Submit to the City
Deliver the notarized application to Sandy Springs Planning and Zoning.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Sandy Springs. 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
- Do I need this application notarized?
- Yes, the owner authorization must be sworn to and signed before a notary.
- How do I notarize this application online?
- Fill it out, then book a remote online notarization session and sign it live on video.
- What is a stream buffer variance?
- Permission to disturb or build within a protected buffer zone along a stream.
- Where do I submit the notarized application?
- Submit it to Sandy Springs Planning and Zoning.