What does the Benton Harbor Zoning Variance Application ask for?

It requests applicant and property-owner information, property details, the variance requested, and a written hardship justification addressing the listed criteria.

What attachments and fee does the application require?

Include a site plan, proof of ownership or a lease agreement with owner authorization, and a $1,000 non-refundable application fee payable by check to the City of Benton Harbor. A narrative or photos are optional.

Do I need a notary for the Zoning Variance Application?

No. The application is signed and dated by the applicant and, if different, the property owner. It does not specify a sworn or notarized attachment.

How do I submit the Zoning Variance Application?

The form lists 251 Market St., Benton Harbor, MI 49022. Include the required attachments and a check for the $1,000 non-refundable fee payable to the city.

Benton Harbor, MI · Berrien County

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Zoning Variance Application

Applicants use this form to request a zoning variance from Benton Harbor and provide property details, the requested variance, and supporting information.

What this form is

The application asks for applicant and property-owner contact information, property details, the type and specifics of the variance, and a written hardship justification addressing three criteria. Submit it when requesting a zoning variance from the city. Include a site plan, proof of ownership or lease agreement with owner authorization, and a $1,000 non-refundable fee; a separate narrative or photos are optional.

Who needs it

Property owners or other applicants seeking a zoning variance for property in Benton Harbor need to complete and submit this application.

How to submit it

The form lists 251 Market St., Benton Harbor, MI 49022, and names the Zoning Administrator and Building Official as contacts. Include a check payable to the City of Benton Harbor for the $1,000 non-refundable application fee.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the applicant and, if different, the property owner sign, and no sworn or notarized attachment is specified.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Benton Harbor Zoning Variance Application PDF.
2
Complete The Form
Fill in applicant and property information, describe the variance request, and provide the hardship justification on a separate sheet.
3
Gather Attachments
Include a site plan, proof of ownership or lease agreement with owner authorization, and the application fee; narrative or photos are optional.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the application and materials to the address listed on the form: 251 Market St., Benton Harbor, MI 49022.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Benton Harbor Zoning Variance Application ask for?: It requests applicant and property-owner information, property details, the variance requested, and a written hardship justification addressing the listed criteria.
What attachments and fee does the application require?: Include a site plan, proof of ownership or a lease agreement with owner authorization, and a $1,000 non-refundable application fee payable by check to the City of Benton Harbor. A narrative or photos are optional.
Do I need a notary for the Zoning Variance Application?: No. The application is signed and dated by the applicant and, if different, the property owner. It does not specify a sworn or notarized attachment.
How do I submit the Zoning Variance Application?: The form lists 251 Market St., Benton Harbor, MI 49022. Include the required attachments and a check for the $1,000 non-refundable fee payable to the city.

Need something notarized?

This Zoning Variance Application doesn’t need a notary — but Michigan residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.