Inkster, MI · Wayne County
Zoning Board of Appeals Petition
The Zoning Board of Appeals petition is for property owners or authorized petitioners seeking an appeal, interpretation, or variance from Inkster’s zoning ordinance and filing with the Planning Division.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Use this three-page petition to identify the property, describe the requested appeal, interpretation, or zoning variance, and provide the petitioner’s sworn statement. Inkster’s form says applications must be complete and submitted to the Planning Department with eleven copies, proof of ownership or owner permission, a site plan or survey, and a letter explaining the request. The stated deadline is noon four weeks before the scheduled board meeting; the city says incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Who needs it
Property owners or authorized petitioners seeking an appeal, zoning interpretation, or variance for property in Inkster must complete and submit this application.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Petition
Get the Zoning Board of Appeals petition from the City of Inkster.
- 2
Complete the Application
Fill in the property and petition details, and gather the required ownership documents, site plan or survey, and request letter.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary for the petitioner affidavit.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign and swear or affirm to the affidavit during the online notary session.
- 5
Submit to the City
Provide the completed application and required copies and attachments to Inkster’s Planning Department by the stated deadline.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Inkster. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get the petitioner affidavit notarized online?
- Complete the petition, then book with a commissioned online notary. Sign and swear or affirm to the affidavit during the video session, following the notary’s instructions.
- Do I need to submit attachments with this petition?
- Yes. The form requests eleven copies, proof of ownership or owner permission, a site plan or survey, and a letter explaining the request. It also permits other supporting documents.
- Can I sign the affidavit remotely?
- Michigan law authorizes remote electronic notarization by eligible notaries. Use a commissioned online notary, and confirm the city accepts the remotely notarized petition.
- When is the application due?
- The form states the deadline is noon four weeks before the scheduled meeting and says deadlines are firm. Confirm the meeting date and filing details with the city, village or township if unsure.