What does the use variance application ask for?

It asks for owner and property details, zoning and tax information, the requested variance, and explanations about hardship, permitted uses, neighborhood character, and whether the problem was self-created.

Do I need a notary for the use variance application?

No. The application has no notary block. It requests a date and requires a site plan, but does not identify a sworn or notarized attachment.

Gaylord, MI · Otsego County

No notary required

Application for Use Variance Request

Property owners use this application to request a use variance and explain why their property cannot reasonably accommodate permitted uses.

What this form is

This application requests a use variance and asks for property owner and property details, the zoning district, tax ID, ordinance section, and the type of variance requested. It asks applicants to explain the property's unique circumstances, why the proposed use would not alter the area's essential character, why permitted uses are not reasonable, and why the problem was not self-created. A site plan must be included.

Who needs it

A property owner requesting a use variance should complete this application and include a site plan.

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 has no notary block; it requests a date and requires a site plan, but identifies no sworn or notarized attachment.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Application for Use Variance Request.
2
Complete The Application
Provide the requested owner, property, zoning, tax ID, ordinance section, and variance information.
3
Prepare The Site Plan
Include a site plan, which the application says must accompany the request.
4
Submit The Application
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

What does the use variance application ask for?: It asks for owner and property details, zoning and tax information, the requested variance, and explanations about hardship, permitted uses, neighborhood character, and whether the problem was self-created.
Do I need a notary for the use variance application?: No. The application has no notary block. It requests a date and requires a site plan, but does not identify a sworn or notarized attachment.
How do I submit the use variance application?: Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

This Application for Use Variance Request doesn’t need a notary — but Michigan residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.