What is the Chicago Special Use Public Hearing Packet?

It is an application packet for people seeking special use approval from the Chicago Zoning Board of Appeals. It includes application information, findings of fact, certification pages, and evidence instructions.

What information and attachments does the packet request?

It requests property and applicant details, a project narrative, answers to special use criteria, witness contributions, and a signed certification. It also describes required photographs and additional evidence to attach.

Do I need a notary for the Special Use Public Hearing Packet?

No. The applicant signs and dates the certification without a notary. Witnesses certify their contributions, but the packet does not specify notarization.

Chicago, IL · Cook County

No notary required

Special Use Public Hearing Packet

This packet is for applicants seeking special use approval from the Chicago Zoning Board of Appeals and includes application questions, findings, and certification pages.

What this form is

Applicants use this packet to explain a proposed special use and how it meets the listed criteria for review by the Chicago Zoning Board of Appeals. It requests property and applicant information, a project narrative, findings of fact, witness contributions, and a signed certification. The packet also describes photographs and other evidence to attach, with an additional insert required for certain non-general special uses.

Who needs it

Applicants seeking special use approval from the Chicago Zoning Board of Appeals complete this packet and provide supporting information and evidence.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

The applicant signs and dates the certification without a notary; witnesses certify the truthfulness of their contributions, but the packet does not specify notarization.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Packet
Download the Special Use Public Hearing Packet PDF.
2
Complete the Application
Fill in the property and applicant information, project narrative, and findings of fact.
3
Gather Supporting Materials
Attach the required photographs and any additional evidence; complete any applicable additional findings insert.
4
Sign and Submit
Sign and date the applicant certification, then submit the packet to the city department named on the form.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Chicago Special Use Public Hearing Packet?: It is an application packet for people seeking special use approval from the Chicago Zoning Board of Appeals. It includes application information, findings of fact, certification pages, and evidence instructions.
What information and attachments does the packet request?: It requests property and applicant details, a project narrative, answers to special use criteria, witness contributions, and a signed certification. It also describes required photographs and additional evidence to attach.
Do I need a notary for the Special Use Public Hearing Packet?: No. The applicant signs and dates the certification without a notary. Witnesses certify their contributions, but the packet does not specify notarization.
How do I submit the Special Use Public Hearing Packet?: The packet does not give submission instructions. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

This Special Use Public Hearing Packet doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.