Livingston, MT · Park County
Variance Application
Property owners or applicants use this application to request a variance for proposed construction that does not meet Livingston zoning standards.
What this form is
The City of Livingston requires a variance application for construction of a structure or building that does not meet specific zoning standards. The application asks for property, contact, and zoning information, including proposed use, building height, setbacks, and parking. Applicants must also provide a cover letter explaining how the project meets the variance criteria, a site plan, and other required project materials.
Who needs it
A property owner or applicant seeking a variance for construction that does not meet the City of Livingston’s zoning standards needs this application.
How to submit it
Submit the application and required materials to the Department of Planning at 220 E. Park St., Livingston, MT 59047; digital PDF copies are also required. The instructions list a variance review fee.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated by the applicant without a notary; the form does not identify any attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the City of Livingston Variance Application.
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Complete The Application
Fill in the property, contact, and zoning information, then sign and date the application.
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Gather Required Materials
Prepare the cover letter, site plans, applicable project documents, and digital PDF copies listed in the instructions.
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Submit To The City
Submit the application and required materials to the Department of Planning at the address given in the instructions.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Livingston Variance Application for?
- It is used to request a variance for construction that does not meet specific zoning standards. A variance cannot authorize a use that is not allowed in the zoning district.
- What materials must accompany the application?
- The instructions call for a project cover letter, site plans, and other materials as applicable, such as building elevations, landscaping plans, and lighting plans. Digital PDF copies are also required.
- Do I need a notary for the Variance Application?
- No. The applicant signs and dates this application without a notary. The document does not identify any attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
- How do I submit the Variance Application?
- Submit the application and required materials to the Department of Planning at 220 E. Park St., Livingston, MT 59047. The instructions also require digital copies in PDF format.
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This Variance Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Livingston form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.