Woodhaven, MI · Wayne County
Side Yard Variance Request
Property owners use this request to seek approval for placing air conditioning, pool, heating, or generator equipment in a side yard.
What this form is
The request covers side-yard placement of air conditioning units, pool equipment, heat pumps, and auxiliary generators, which are otherwise to be located at the rear of the house. It asks the applicant to provide a drawing showing the unit’s location and distances, confirm it is at least three feet from the lot line, and obtain written consent from the neighboring property owner.
Who needs it
A property owner seeking side-yard placement of one of the listed mechanical units needs to provide the requested drawing and neighboring owner’s written consent.
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 document is signed without a notary; the applicant and neighboring property owner sign and date it.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download the Request
Download the Side Yard Variance Request PDF.
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Complete the Request
Fill in all requested information and sign and date the applicant section.
- 3
Gather the Drawing and Consent
Provide a drawing showing the unit location and distances, and obtain the neighboring property owner’s written consent and signature.
- 4
Submit to the City
Submit the completed request to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What equipment does this request cover?
- It covers air conditioning units, pool equipment, heat pumps, and auxiliary generators proposed for placement in a side yard.
- What must accompany the request?
- The applicant must provide a drawing showing the unit’s exact location and distances from the lot line and neighbor’s house. The unit must be at least three feet from the lot line, and the neighboring property owner must provide written consent.
- Do I need a notary for the Side Yard Variance Request?
- No. This document is signed and dated by the applicant and neighboring property owner without a notary.
- How do I submit the Side Yard Variance Request?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.