Baldwin, MI · Lake County
Zoning Permit Application
Baldwin property owners and applicants use this application to request zoning review for construction, structural changes, land use, or other listed proposals.
What this form is
The application requests zoning review for proposals such as construction, structural changes, site plans, variances, and land divisions. A zoning permit is required before construction or structural changes and is needed to obtain a building permit. Applicants provide contact and property details, describe the proposed request, sign the application, and include a site plan with required measurements and locations.
Who needs it
Applicants seeking zoning review in Baldwin should submit this application before construction or structural changes to a structure.
How to submit it
Submit the written application and appropriate fee to the Zoning Administrator at the Village offices. Include all required materials at least 21 days before the next Planning Commission or Zoning Board of Appeals meeting.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; the applicant signs and dates the application and site-plan checklist.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Zoning Permit Application to begin your request for zoning review.
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Complete The Application
Provide applicant, owner, property, and proposal details, then sign and date the application.
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Gather Required Materials
Prepare the required site plan and appropriate fee; include a survey for a nonconforming lot.
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Submit To The Village
Submit the application and required materials to the Zoning Administrator at the Village offices at least 21 days before the next listed meeting.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Zoning Permit Application for?
- It requests zoning review for proposals including construction, structural changes, site plans, variances, land divisions, and other listed requests.
- What should I include with the application?
- Include the appropriate fee and a site plan showing required building locations, dimensions, setbacks, roads or easements, utilities, surface water features, and plan details. A land survey is required for nonconforming lots.
- Do I need a notary for the Zoning Permit Application?
- No. This document is signed and dated without a notary; the applicant signs and dates the application and site-plan checklist.
- How do I submit the Zoning Permit Application?
- Submit the written application and appropriate fee to the Zoning Administrator at the Village offices. Required materials must be submitted at least 21 days before the next Planning Commission or Zoning Board of Appeals meeting.