Naperville, IL · DuPage County
Petition for Zoning Variance
This packet requests a zoning variance from Naperville regulations and is filed by a petitioner seeking City review and approval for a property.
- 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
Use this packet to request a variance from Naperville zoning regulations. It includes the zoning variance form, responses to applicable standards, owner authorization, and beneficiary disclosures; the petitioner must submit the required materials electronically and pay the application fee. The City reviews a complete petition before scheduling a public hearing with the Planning and Zoning Commission, followed by City Council consideration. A variance requires City Council approval.
Who needs it
A petitioner seeking a variance from Naperville zoning regulations must complete this packet with the required property, owner, standards, and disclosure information.
Why it needs a notary
The packet includes jurats for the petitioner, property owner authorization, and beneficiary disclosures; each signer must sign the applicable statement before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Petition
Download the Petition for Zoning Variance packet and review its required submittals and exhibits.
- 2
Complete The Applicable Sections
Fill in the petition, variance standards, owner authorization, and applicable disclosure information.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a video appointment with a commissioned online notary for the applicable sworn statements.
- 4
Sign On Video
Sign the applicable jurat sections during your online notary appointment.
- 5
Submit To The City
Submit the complete petition and required materials through Naperville’s e-Review Submittal Portal, and pay the application fee by check.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Naperville. 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 get the zoning variance petition notarized online?
- Complete the applicable sections, then book a video appointment with a commissioned online notary. Sign the jurat sections during the session as directed.
- Do I need to notarize the entire packet?
- The packet has sworn statements for the petitioner, owner authorization, and beneficiary disclosures. Check which sections apply to your petition and who must sign each one.
- Can I submit the notarized petition online?
- The packet says to submit the complete petition and required materials electronically through Naperville’s e-Review Submittal Portal. Pay the $500 application fee separately by check.
- Does online notarization work for this petition?
- Illinois law authorizes electronic and remote notarization under 5 ILCS 312. Requirements can depend on the receiving office, so confirm with the city or village if unsure.