Paw Paw, MI · Van Buren County
Special Land Use Application
Property applicants use this application to request Village of Paw Paw review of a proposed special land use under its zoning ordinance.
What this form is
The application requests review of a proposed activity that may be compatible with its zoning district but requires individual review. It asks for property and parcel details, current use and improvements, applicant and owner information, and a description of the proposed use. The form says to include a site plan and supporting evidence; a public hearing is required for special land use requests.
Who needs it
Applicants proposing a use that requires a special use permit under the Village of Paw Paw zoning ordinance should submit this application.
How to submit it
Submit the application, required site plan, supporting evidence, and fee to Village Hall. The form recommends submitting materials no less than 20 days before the meeting.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the applicant certifies the statements are true and accurate to the best of their knowledge.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Special Land Use Application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Provide the property, applicant, owner, and proposed-use information requested on the form.
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Gather Supporting Materials
Include the required site plan, supporting evidence, and other pertinent information for the request.
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Submit To Village Hall
Submit the completed application and materials with the fee to Village Hall; the form recommends submitting no less than 20 days before the meeting.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Special Land Use Application request?
- It requests Village review of a proposed use that requires individual zoning review and asks for property details, applicant information, and a description of the proposal.
- What should I include with the application?
- The form says a site plan is required. The ordinance text also calls for supporting evidence about how the proposed activity meets the review criteria and other pertinent information.
- How do I submit the Special Land Use Application?
- Submit the application, site plan, supporting evidence, and fee to Village Hall. The form recommends submitting materials no less than 20 days before the meeting.
- Do I need a notary for the Special Land Use Application?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary; the applicant certifies the statements are true and accurate to the best of their knowledge.
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