Peotone, IL · Will County
Fence Variance Application
This application requests permission to vary a Village fence requirement and is filed with the Village Clerk by the petitioner, with the property owner also signing if different.
- 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
The petition asks the Village to approve a fence variance and collects applicant and property details, the requested change, reasons for the variance, fence height and type, and supporting drawings and a survey plat. The petitioner submits two completed copies to the Village Clerk. The Village requires complete materials at least five business days before the scheduled meeting for the petition to be considered for an agenda; the listed application fee is $25.
Who needs it
A property owner or other petitioner seeking a variance for a proposed fence in Peotone must submit this petition, and a different property owner must also sign it.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the Village of Peotone fence variance application packet.
- 2
Complete the Petition
Fill in applicant and property information, explain the requested variance, and include fence details.
- 3
Attach Supporting Materials
Add fence drawings with dimensions and a survey plat showing the proposed location.
- 4
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote session for the petitioner to take the oath required by the form.
- 5
Sign on Video
Appear before the commissioned online notary and swear that the petition’s statements are true.
- 6
Submit to the Village
Provide two completed copies and the $25 fee to the Village Clerk at least five business days before the scheduled meeting.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Peotone. 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 submit a fence variance application in Peotone?
- Complete two copies, include the required fence drawings and survey plat, and submit them to the Village Clerk with the $25 application fee. Materials must be complete at least five business days before the scheduled meeting.
- Do I need to have the fence variance application notarized?
- Yes. The petitioner swears before a notary that the information in the petition is true. If the petitioner is not the property owner, the owner must also sign the petition.
- Can I complete the oath remotely?
- Illinois law authorizes electronic and remote notarization under 5 ILCS 312. A commissioned online notary can guide the petitioner through the oath on video; confirm with the city or village if unsure.
- What documents should I attach to the petition?
- The form asks for drawings of the fence, including dimensions, and a plat of survey showing the proposed fence location. Add extra sheets for the legal description or variance reasons if needed.