Portland, MI · Ionia County
Application for Zoning Variance
Property owners apply to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a zoning variance and explain how their request meets the listed criteria.
What this form is
This application asks the Zoning Board of Appeals to consider a variance from the zoning ordinance. Applicants provide property and contact details, identify the ordinance section involved, state the reason for the request, and address the listed criteria. The form lists a $100 filing fee; it does not state when the application is required or provide submission instructions.
Who needs it
A property owner seeking a variance from the zoning ordinance completes this application and explains the grounds for the request.
How to submit it
The application lists a $100 filing fee and refers to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This application is completed without a notary; the form provides fields for the applicant’s name and date and lists no notarized attachment or sworn step.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Application for Zoning Variance.
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Complete The Application
Enter the applicant and property details, identify the zoning ordinance section, and explain the reason and grounds for the variance.
- 3
Review The Listed Criteria
Address each criterion presented in the application.
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Submit To The City
The form lists a $100 filing fee. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Who uses the zoning variance application?
- A property owner seeking a variance from the zoning ordinance uses this application to explain the request and address the listed criteria.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for applicant and property details, the zoning ordinance section involved, the reason for the variance, and grounds addressing the listed criteria.
- Do I need a notary for the zoning variance application?
- No. The form has fields for the applicant’s name and date but no notary block, and it lists no notarized attachment or sworn step.
- How do I submit the zoning variance application?
- The form lists a $100 filing fee and refers to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.