Decatur, IL · Macon County
Zoning Variance Petition
Property owners or their representatives use this petition to request a zoning variance or other listed zoning action from Decatur’s Zoning Board of Appeals.
What this form is
This petition asks Decatur’s Zoning Board of Appeals to consider a variance, a variation of parking and loading requirements, or a variation of specified site requirements. It collects petitioner, owner, representative, and property information, the requested action, and the reasons for the request. The form calls for a scaled sketch plan and supporting documents, and specifies filing fees based on the property’s zoning district.
Who needs it
A property owner or petitioner seeking a listed zoning variance or other zoning action from Decatur’s Zoning Board of Appeals should complete this petition.
How to submit it
Forward the completed petition and attachments to the Economic and Urban Development Department, Third Floor, Decatur Civic Center. The form lists a $150 fee for R-1, R-2, R-3, and R-5 districts and $250 for all other districts; checks are payable to the City of Decatur.
About notarization
This petition is signed and dated without a notary; the form does not identify any attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
How to submit this form
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Download The Petition
Download the Zoning Variance Petition PDF.
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Complete The Petition
Fill in petitioner, owner, representative, property, and requested-action details, and explain the reason for the request.
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Gather Attachments
Prepare a scaled sketch plan labeled “Exhibit A” and list any other supporting documents.
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Submit To The City
Forward the petition and attachments to the Economic and Urban Development Department, Third Floor, Decatur Civic Center.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Zoning Variance Petition request?
- It asks the Zoning Board of Appeals to consider a variance, a variation of parking and loading requirements, or a variation of specified site requirements.
- What attachments should I include with the petition?
- The form calls for a scaled sketch plan labeled “Exhibit A,” showing property lines, lot and building dimensions, buildings, setbacks, and requested changes. List other supporting documents and label them accordingly.
- How do I submit the Zoning Variance Petition?
- Forward the completed petition and attachments to the Economic and Urban Development Department, Third Floor, Decatur Civic Center. The form lists filing fees by zoning district and says checks are payable to the City of Decatur.
- Do I need a notary for the Zoning Variance Petition?
- No. This petition is signed and dated without a notary; the form does not identify any attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
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