What can I request with the Zoning Board of Appeals application?

You can request an appeal of an administrative action, an interpretation of zoning ordinance provisions or district boundaries, or a dimensional variance.

What documents must accompany this application?

Include proof of ownership, such as a property tax receipt or deed copy. A dimensional variance request must also include a plot plan showing lot lines, buildings, site changes, and required and proposed dimensions.

Do I need a notary for the Zoning Board of Appeals application?

No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. It requires proof of ownership and, for a dimensional variance, a plot plan; it identifies no sworn attachment.

Williamston, MI · Ingham County

No notary required

Zoning Board of Appeals Application

Property owners and other applicants use this application to request a zoning appeal, ordinance interpretation, or dimensional variance from Williamston’s Zoning Board of Appeals.

What this form is

This application lets property owners and other applicants ask the Zoning Board of Appeals to review an administrative action, interpret zoning ordinance provisions or district boundaries, or grant a dimensional variance. It asks for applicant and property details, the requested action, and supporting reasons. Include proof of ownership; a plot plan is required for dimensional variance requests.

Who needs it

Property owners or other applicants seeking an administrative appeal, zoning interpretation, or dimensional variance from Williamston’s Zoning Board of Appeals need this application.

How to submit it

Submit it to Williamston’s Planning & Community Development Department at 161 E. Grand River Avenue, Williamston, MI 48895, or email [email protected].

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; it requires proof of ownership and, for dimensional variances, a plot plan, with no sworn attachment identified.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Zoning Board of Appeals Application for Williamston.
2
Complete The Application
Enter the owner, applicant, and property information, select the requested action, and provide the relevant details and reasons.
3
Gather Required Documents
Include proof of ownership. For a dimensional variance, attach a plot plan showing the required property and dimension details.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the application to the Planning & Community Development Department at the address or email listed on the form.

Frequently asked questions

What can I request with the Zoning Board of Appeals application?: You can request an appeal of an administrative action, an interpretation of zoning ordinance provisions or district boundaries, or a dimensional variance.
What documents must accompany this application?: Include proof of ownership, such as a property tax receipt or deed copy. A dimensional variance request must also include a plot plan showing lot lines, buildings, site changes, and required and proposed dimensions.
Do I need a notary for the Zoning Board of Appeals application?: No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. It requires proof of ownership and, for a dimensional variance, a plot plan; it identifies no sworn attachment.
How do I submit the Zoning Board of Appeals application?: Submit it to Williamston’s Planning & Community Development Department at 161 E. Grand River Avenue, Williamston, MI 48895, or email [email protected].

Need something notarized?

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