What does the Zeeland ZBA Use Variance Application request?

It requests a use variance from the City of Zeeland Zoning Ordinance and asks applicants to provide information and evidence about the property and proposed use.

How do I submit the Zeeland use variance application?

Submit the application materials at least 30 days before the hearing. The PDF may be emailed to buildinginspector@cityofzeeland.com; the form also lists the Community Development Department address.

Do I need a notary for the Zeeland use variance application?

No. This application is signed and dated without a notary, and it does not identify any attached or related step as notarized or sworn.

Zeeland, MI · Ottawa County

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ZBA Use Variance Application

Property owners and applicants use this form to request a use variance from the City of Zeeland Zoning Board of Appeals.

What this form is

The application requests a use variance and asks applicants to explain their proposal, property conditions, and how the request meets the listed criteria. The city requires a completed application, fee, eight folded copies of the site plan and related documents, and a PDF at least 30 days before the hearing. It also lists site plan details and includes information about the hearing process and fees.

Who needs it

A property owner or applicant whose proposed project requires a use variance from the City of Zeeland Zoning Ordinance should complete this application.

How to submit it

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

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the form does not identify any attached or related step as notarized or sworn.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the City of Zeeland ZBA Use Variance Application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Fill in the applicant and property information and answer each required question about the variance request.
3
Gather Site Plan Materials
Prepare eight folded copies of the site plan and related documents, plus a PDF file and the application fee.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the materials at least 30 days before the hearing; the PDF may be emailed to [email protected].

Frequently asked questions

What does the Zeeland ZBA Use Variance Application request?: It requests a use variance from the City of Zeeland Zoning Ordinance and asks applicants to provide information and evidence about the property and proposed use.
What must I include with the application?: The form calls for the application fee, eight folded copies of the site plan and related documents, and a PDF file. It also lists information required on the site plan.
How do I submit the Zeeland use variance application?: Submit the application materials at least 30 days before the hearing. The PDF may be emailed to [email protected]; the form also lists the Community Development Department address.
Do I need a notary for the Zeeland use variance application?: No. This application is signed and dated without a notary, and it does not identify any attached or related step as notarized or sworn.

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