Stafford Township, NJ · Ocean County
Zoning Board Development Application Checklist
This application package is for property owners or authorized applicants seeking zoning relief, subdivision, site plan review, or an appeal from Stafford Township’s Zoning Board of Adjustment.
- 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
Stafford Township uses this package to review development applications, including variance requests, subdivisions, site plans, and appeals. The checklist identifies materials needed for administrative completeness and sets deadlines for submitting service and publication proof before the meeting; the applicant must attend unless represented by an attorney. The package includes affidavits of ownership and non-collusion, which contain notary jurats.
Who needs it
Property owners or their authorized applicants seeking zoning relief, subdivision, site plan review, or an appeal from Stafford Township’s Zoning Board of Adjustment need this application package.
Why it needs a notary
The ownership and non-collusion affidavits carry jurats stating they were sworn to and subscribed before a notary; each affiant signs before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Download Stafford Township’s Zoning Board Development Application Checklist and review the required materials and deadlines.
- 2
Complete The Forms
Fill in the application and affidavits, gather required supporting documents, and leave affidavit signatures blank until notarization.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary for the affidavits requiring jurats.
- 4
Sign On Video
Present identification and sign each affidavit in the notary’s presence during the video session.
- 5
Submit To The Township
Submit the completed package and required copies to Stafford Township by the applicable cutoff and meeting deadlines.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Stafford Township. 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 affidavits notarized?
- Complete the affidavit details, but wait to sign. Book a session with a commissioned online notary, show identification, and sign during the video session.
- Do I need to notarize the entire application?
- The form includes jurats for the Affidavit of Ownership and Affidavit of Non-Collusion. Those affidavits require sworn signatures; the checklist also requests a signed W-9.
- Can I use an online notary for this application?
- 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.
- What should I submit with the notarized affidavits?
- The checklist calls for the application and supporting materials, including plans, tax documents, ownership disclosure when applicable, and proof of service before the meeting. Confirm submission details with the Township if unsure.
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