Augusta, GA · Richmond County
Board of Zoning Appeals Variance Application
The variance application filed with the Augusta Board of Zoning Appeals, including a notarized owner authorization section.
- 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 agents seeking a zoning variance in Augusta-Richmond County file this application with the Planning and Development Department. The owner authorization portion of the packet includes a dedicated notary field, requiring the owner's signature to be sworn before a notary.
Who needs it
Property owners or authorized agents applying for a zoning variance within Augusta-Richmond County.
Why it needs a notary
The owner authorization section includes a dedicated notary field, evidenced by before-me and state-jurat language on the signature page.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Augusta Board of Zoning Appeals variance application PDF.
- 2
Fill It Out
Complete all required applicant and business information sections.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign and swear to the affidavit in front of the notary by video.
- 5
Submit to Augusta-Richmond County
Deliver the notarized form to the Planning & Development Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Augusta. 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
- How do I notarize my Augusta variance application?
- Fill out the owner authorization section, then connect with an online notary by video to sign it under oath.
- Do I need a notary for this application?
- Yes, the owner authorization section includes a dedicated notary field that must be signed before a notary.
- What is the filing fee?
- The application requires a $350 fee ($700 for multiple variances), payable to Augusta Planning and Development.
- Can I use an online notary for a Georgia city form?
- Yes, Georgia recognizes acknowledgments taken by notaries commissioned in other states; check with the city if unsure about local requirements.