Harwood Heights, IL · Cook County

No notary required

Development Variance Review and Approval Application

This application is for property owners seeking a variance for a one- or two-family dwelling or accessory structure in Harwood Heights.

What this form is

Harwood Heights uses this application for variance requests involving one- and two-family dwelling units and accessory structures. Applicants provide project and owner information, site data, supporting materials, and written answers explaining the requested variance and the circumstances behind it. The form lists a basic application fee and required materials; consult the accompanying instruction manual for descriptions of those materials.

Who needs it

Owners seeking a variance for a one- or two-family dwelling or accessory structure in Harwood Heights need this application.

How to submit it

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

About notarization

This application is signed without a notary; the form lists an agent affidavit among possible materials but gives no notary or oath instruction, so the signer just signs and dates it.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Development Variance Review and Approval Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Fill in project and owner information, site data, and answers explaining the requested variance.

  3. 3

    Gather Required Materials

    Use the accompanying instruction manual to prepare the required materials and copies listed in the application.

  4. 4

    Submit To The City

    Submit the completed application and materials to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Development Variance Application?
No. The application is signed without a notary. It lists an agent affidavit among possible materials but provides no notary or oath instruction.
Who uses the Harwood Heights variance application?
Property owners seeking a variance for a one- or two-family dwelling or an accessory structure use this application.
What information and materials does the application ask for?
It asks for project and owner information, site data, variance justification, and supporting materials such as a project narrative, proof of ownership, survey, and plans.
How do I submit the variance application?
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

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This Development Variance Review and Approval Application doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.