El Paso, IL · Woodford County
Zoning Variance Process and Application
This packet explains the City of El Paso’s zoning variance process and includes an application for property owners or agents seeking a use or area variance.
What this form is
Use this packet to learn about the variance review process and apply to permit a use or dimensional deviation from zoning requirements. The city requires a pre-application meeting, a completed application, the $250 filing fee, twelve scaled drawings, and supporting information; the application checklist also calls for information about the owner, developer, engineer, or architect.
Who needs it
Property owners or their agents seeking a use or area variance from City of El Paso zoning requirements need to complete and submit the application.
How to submit it
Submit the completed application, required materials, and filing fee to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; it lists no notarized or sworn attachment, so the signer just signs and dates the application.
How to submit this form
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Download the Packet
Download the zoning variance process and application packet.
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Complete the Application
Select use or area variance and provide the requested property, owner, applicant or agent, and professional contact details.
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Gather Required Materials
Include the filing fee, twelve scaled drawings, and supporting information required by the city.
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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 El Paso zoning variance application?
- No. The application has an owner or agent signature and date line, but no notary block. It lists no notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the El Paso zoning variance application?
- Submit the completed application, required materials, and filing fee to the city department named on the form. Check the city website for current contact details.
- What materials must accompany a variance application?
- The packet lists a completed application, the application fee, twelve scaled drawings of the property and proposed structures or uses, and any additional supporting information required by the city.
- What happens after I submit the variance application?
- City staff review the application, then the Board of Zoning Appeals holds a public hearing and recommends approval or denial. The City Council takes final action on the request.