Evanston, IL · Cook County
Special Use Application
Property owners or their representatives use this application to request a Special Use Permit for an eligible proposed use in Evanston.
What this form is
The application is for a proposed use that the city identifies as a special use in the property’s zoning district and requires a Special Use Permit to operate. It asks for property, applicant, owner, project, and disclosure information, along with signatures and required materials such as a survey, site plan, proof of ownership, and zoning analysis.
Who needs it
Property owners or their representatives seeking a Special Use Permit for a use listed as a special use in the property’s zoning district need this application.
How to submit it
Submit the completed application and required documents and plans online by email to [email protected]; fee payment instructions are provided after receipt.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the applicant and property owner(s) sign, and no notarized or sworn attachment is identified.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Special Use Application PDF.
- 2
Complete And Sign
Fill in the property, applicant, owner, project, and disclosure sections; obtain the required applicant and property owner signatures and dates.
- 3
Gather Required Materials
Include the required survey, site plan, proof of ownership, non-compliant zoning analysis, and any proposal drawings needed.
- 4
Email The Application
Email the completed application and required documents and plans to [email protected]. Fee payment instructions follow receipt.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Evanston Special Use Application for?
- It requests a Special Use Permit for a proposed use listed as a special use in the property’s zoning district. The application includes project details and required supporting materials.
- Who may submit a Special Use Application?
- The applicant must own, lease, or have a legal or equitable interest in the property, or represent someone who does. All parties with an ownership interest must be identified and sign.
- Do I need a notary for the Special Use Application?
- No. The applicant and property owner(s) sign and date the application; no notarized or sworn attachment is identified.
- How do I submit the Special Use Application?
- Submit the completed application and all required documents and plans online by email to [email protected]. The city provides fee payment instructions after receiving it.