Adrian, MI · Lenawee County
Zoning Variance Request Application
Property applicants use this application to request a zoning variance and explain why the property meets the stated reasons for relief.
What this form is
This application lets a property applicant request a variance to the zoning ordinance and explain why the property is unsuitable under its zoning district’s limitations, why the hardship is unique, and why the variance would not change the district’s character. The applicant or a representative must be present when the request comes before the Zoning Board of Appeals, or the request will not be considered.
Who needs it
A property applicant seeking a zoning variance should complete this application and attend the Zoning Board of Appeals meeting, or send a representative.
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 without a notary; no notarized attachment or related step is mentioned, and the applicant signs the form.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the zoning variance request application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Provide applicant and property details, describe the requested variance, answer all three reasons, and sign.
- 3
Gather Attachments
The form does not list any attachments to gather.
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Submit To The City
Submit it 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 variance request application?
- No. The application has an applicant signature line and does not mention a notarized attachment or related step.
- How do I submit the zoning variance request application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
- What reasons must the applicant explain?
- The form asks why the property is unsuitable under its zoning district’s limitations, why the hardship is unique, and why the variance would not change the district’s character.
- Must someone attend the Zoning Board of Appeals meeting?
- Yes. The applicant or a representative must be present when the request comes before the board, or it will not be considered.
Need something notarized?
This Zoning Variance Request Application doesn’t need a notary — but Michigan residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.