Zeeland, MI · Ottawa County

No notary required

Non-Conforming Use Change Application

Property owners or their representatives use this application to request Zoning Board of Appeals approval for a change to a nonconforming use in Zeeland.

What this form is

The application is for a proposed project that requires approval from Zeeland’s Zoning Board of Appeals for a nonconforming use change. It asks for applicant, owner, property, and project information, written responses to three questions, and a scaled site plan with specified details. The completed application and supporting materials must be submitted at least 30 days before the hearing.

Who needs it

A property owner or representative proposing a change to a nonconforming use that requires Zoning Board of Appeals approval needs this application.

How to submit it

Submit the original application, eight folded copies of the site plan and related documents, and a PDF file to the Community Development Department at 21 S Elm St, Zeeland, MI 49464. The PDF may be emailed to [email protected]; submit at least 30 days before the hearing with the applicable fee.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the signer certifies the information is true and correct, but no notarized or sworn attachment is specified.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Non-Conforming Use Change Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Provide applicant, owner, property, and project information, and answer all three questions.

  3. 3

    Gather Supporting Materials

    Prepare eight folded copies of the scaled site plan and related documents, plus a PDF file.

  4. 4

    Submit To The City

    Submit the original application, required copies, PDF, and applicable fee at least 30 days before the hearing.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Non-Conforming Use Change Application?
No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. The signer certifies the information is true and correct, and no notarized or sworn attachment is specified.
How do I submit the Non-Conforming Use Change Application?
Submit the original application, eight folded copies of the site plan and related documents, and a PDF file to the Community Development Department. The PDF may be emailed to the address on the form.
What materials must accompany the application?
Include eight folded copies of a proposed site plan and related documents, plus a PDF file. The site plan must be drawn to scale and include the information listed in the application.
When must I submit the application?
The application and required materials must be submitted at least 30 days before the hearing date. The form says the Zoning Board of Appeals typically meets on the third Tuesday of the month.

Need something notarized?

This Non-Conforming Use Change Application doesn’t need a notary — but Michigan residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.