Gaylord, MI · Otsego County
Zoning Permit Application
Property owners or their authorized agents use this application to request zoning approval for proposed construction, alterations, additions, or changes in property use.
What this form is
Use this application to request zoning approval for construction, renovation, additions, demolition, or a change in the use of an existing structure in the City of Gaylord. It asks for owner and contractor details, property and zoning information, proposed use and construction specifications, and certification of compliance with the city’s Zoning Ordinance. Non-residential structures require an attached scaled site plan with specified details.
Who needs it
Property owners or authorized agents proposing construction, alteration, addition, demolition, or a change in use in Gaylord use this application to seek zoning approval.
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 form requests a site plan attachment for non-residential structures, but does not require a sworn or notarized attachment.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Zoning Permit Application PDF.
- 2
Complete The Application
Provide owner or agent details, property information, proposed use, construction specifications, and the required certification.
- 3
Gather The Site Plan
For non-residential structures, attach a scaled drawing with the site plan details listed on the form.
- 4
Submit To The City
Submit the completed application and any required site plan 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 Permit Application?
- No. The application asks for a signature and date, not notarization. For non-residential structures, attach a scaled site plan as described on the form.
- Who can complete the Zoning Permit Application?
- The form requests property owner information and allows a contractor or agent to apply. If the applicant is not the property owner, the applicant certifies that the work is authorized by the owner.
- What should I include with the application?
- For non-residential structures, attach a scaled site plan showing the items listed on the form, such as dimensions, setbacks, building details, drainage, and parking.
- How do I submit the Zoning Permit Application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.