Folsom, NJ · Atlantic County
Planning Board Application
Folsom property owners and applicants use this application to request Planning Board review for matters such as variances, subdivisions, site plans, appeals, or ordinance interpretations.
- 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
The application collects applicant and property details, describes existing and proposed uses, identifies requested approvals, and lists supporting materials. Folsom requires a complete application, supporting documents, and separate application and escrow fee checks at least 30 days before the scheduled meeting; the form says incomplete submissions cannot be placed on the agenda. Notice may also be required, including certified-mail and newspaper notice.
Who needs it
Property owners and applicants seeking Planning Board review in Folsom must complete the application and provide the requested property details, supporting documents, and fees.
Why it needs a notary
The certification carries a “sworn to and subscribed before me” jurat; the applicant signs the certification before the notary, and all owners and the applicant must sign the application.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Get the Borough of Folsom Planning Board Application and review its instructions and checklist.
- 2
Complete The Form
Fill in applicant, owner, property, and project details, identify the requested approval, and gather supporting documents and fees.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary for the certification jurat.
- 4
Sign On Video
Sign the certification during the video session as directed by the notary; arrange for all required owners and the applicant to sign.
- 5
Submit To The Borough
Submit the original and 14 copies in full sets, supporting materials, and separate fee checks to the Board Secretary at least 30 days before the meeting.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Folsom. 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 application notarized online?
- Complete the form, then book with a commissioned online notary. Sign the certification during a video session, following the notary’s instructions, and submit the completed application and supporting materials to the Borough.
- Do I need to submit copies and fees with the application?
- Yes. The form requests the original application and 14 copies in full sets with supporting documentation and separate checks for application and escrow fees. It says incomplete submissions cannot be placed on the agenda.
- Does New Jersey allow online notarization?
- New Jersey has permanently authorized remote online notarization and remote ink notarization for its own notaries since October 2021 under P.L. 2021, c.179, N.J.S.A. 52:7-10.9 et seq.
- When must I submit the application?
- The form says applications must reach the Board Secretary at least 30 days before the scheduled meeting to be placed on the agenda. Check with the Secretary for meeting dates and holiday changes.
- Do I need to give notice for my application?
- If notice is required, the form says to request a Certified List of Property Owners in writing. Notice must be sent by certified mail and published in an identified newspaper 10 days before the meeting; confirm with the municipality if unsure.
Planning Board Application in other Atlantic County cities
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