What does the Petition for Administrative Variance request?

It requests an administrative variance and asks the applicant to describe and justify the request, identify the relevant ordinance section or zoning conditions, and attach a site exhibit.

Who can sign the administrative variance petition?

The form states that the signer affirms they are the property owner or an authorized agent for the property described in the petition.

Do I need a notary for the Petition for Administrative Variance?

No. This petition is signed and dated without a notary; the signer just signs and dates the form.

How do I submit the Petition for Administrative Variance?

Submit it with one copy of a site exhibit and the $100 fee to the Department of Community Development at 136 Keys Ferry Street, McDonough, GA 30253.

McDonough, GA · Henry County

No notary required

Petition for Administrative Variance

Property owners or authorized agents use this petition to request an administrative variance from the City of McDonough and explain the requested relief.

What this form is

This petition lets a property owner or authorized agent request an administrative variance and explain the nature of the request and its justification. It asks for applicant and development details, the relevant ordinance chapter and section or zoning conditions, and a site exhibit. The form states that the variance cannot exceed 10 percent of the allowable standard and lists a $100 non-refundable processing fee.

Who needs it

A property owner or authorized agent seeking an administrative variance for a development in McDonough should complete this petition.

How to submit it

Submit the completed petition and one copy of a site exhibit to the Department of Community Development, 136 Keys Ferry Street, McDonough, GA 30253. Include the $100 fee payable to the City of McDonough.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the signer just signs and dates the petition.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Petition
Download the Petition for Administrative Variance PDF.
2
Complete the Petition
Provide applicant and development details, describe and justify the request, and sign and date the petition.
3
Gather the Required Attachment
Attach one copy of a site exhibit illustrating the nature of your request.
4
Submit to the City
Submit the petition, site exhibit, and $100 fee to the Department of Community Development at 136 Keys Ferry Street.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Petition for Administrative Variance request?: It requests an administrative variance and asks the applicant to describe and justify the request, identify the relevant ordinance section or zoning conditions, and attach a site exhibit.
Who can sign the administrative variance petition?: The form states that the signer affirms they are the property owner or an authorized agent for the property described in the petition.
Do I need a notary for the Petition for Administrative Variance?: No. This petition is signed and dated without a notary; the signer just signs and dates the form.
How do I submit the Petition for Administrative Variance?: Submit it with one copy of a site exhibit and the $100 fee to the Department of Community Development at 136 Keys Ferry Street, McDonough, GA 30253.

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