St. Joseph, IL · Champaign County
Fence Variance Application
Property owners or applicants use this form to ask the Village of St. Joseph for a variance related to a proposed fence.
What this form is
The Village requires applicants to complete all sections and submit this application to request a fence variance; incomplete applications will not be processed. The form asks for applicant and property owner contact details, the proposed fence description, the Village Code sections involved, and reasons for the request. Include a site plan or drawing showing the fence location and dimensions; photographs are optional but recommended.
Who needs it
A person seeking a variance for a proposed fence in St. Joseph should complete this application and provide the requested information and required site plan or drawing.
How to submit it
Submit the completed application to the Village Office at 207 East Lincoln Street, P.O. Box 716, St. Joseph, Illinois 61873-0716. The form says a non-refundable fee must accompany it, but leaves the amount blank.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the form lists no sworn or notarized attachment.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Fence Variance Application PDF.
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Complete All Sections
Enter the applicant and property information, describe the proposed fence, and explain the variance request.
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Gather Attachments
Include a site plan or drawing showing the fence location and dimensions; property photographs are optional but recommended.
- 4
Sign And Date
Sign and date the applicant certification; a co-applicant may also sign and date.
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Submit To The Village
Submit the application and accompanying non-refundable fee to the Village Office at the address listed on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- What information does the Fence Variance Application request?
- It requests applicant and property owner contact details, the proposed fence description, the Village Code sections involved, and reasons for the variance.
- What attachments should I include with my application?
- Include a site plan or drawing showing the proposed fence location and dimensions. Property photographs are optional but recommended.
- Do I need a notary for the Fence Variance Application?
- No. Sign and date the application; it does not list a sworn or notarized attachment.
- How do I submit the Fence Variance Application?
- Submit it to the Village Office at 207 East Lincoln Street, P.O. Box 716, St. Joseph, Illinois 61873-0716. The form says a non-refundable fee must accompany it, but the amount is blank.