Cedar Springs, MI · Kent County
Zoning Board of Appeals Variance Application
Property owners use this application to request a non-use or use variance from Cedar Springs’ Zoning Board of Appeals.
What this form is
This application is for requesting a non-use or use variance from the city’s zoning requirements. It asks for applicant and property details, the requested variance, and written responses to criteria for the selected variance type; applicants must also include a survey showing the property and relevant buildings or structures.
Who needs it
A property owner or applicant seeking a non-use or use variance from Cedar Springs’ zoning requirements needs this application.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the written variance responses and property survey are required attachments, and the document does not say they must be sworn.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Zoning Board of Appeals Variance Application PDF.
- 2
Complete The Application
Provide applicant and property details, select the variance type, describe the request, and sign and date the application.
- 3
Gather Required Attachments
Include written responses to the questions for the selected variance type and a survey showing the property and relevant structures.
- 4
Submit To The City
Submit the completed application and attachments 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 Zoning Board of Appeals Variance Application?
- No. The application has a signature and date line but no notary block. It requires written variance responses and a property survey; the document does not say these attachments must be sworn.
- What attachments does the variance application require?
- Include written responses to the questions for the requested variance type and a survey showing the property, buildings, structures, and neighboring structures if applicable. The city may require additional information.
- How do I submit the variance application?
- The document does not provide submission instructions. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for applicant contact details, the property address and parcel number, current zoning, the requested variance and type, and written responses to the applicable variance criteria.
