Bloomingdale, NJ · Passaic County
Variance Application and Proof of Service
This packet requests Planning Board approval for a bulk or use variance and includes an affidavit applicants or their agents file to prove notice was served.
- 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
Bloomingdale applicants use this packet to request a bulk or use variance and provide information about the property, the requested relief, and prior applications. The packet also includes notice forms and an affidavit of proof of service, which the applicant or authorized agent completes after notifying nearby property owners. The Planning Board requires 15 days’ advance filing before a regular meeting, along with specified copies, notices, and supporting documents.
Who needs it
Property owners or their agents seeking a bulk or use variance from Bloomingdale’s Planning Board use this packet and provide proof of required notice.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Packet
Get Bloomingdale’s variance application packet and review its filing checklist and notice requirements.
- 2
Complete The Forms
Fill in the application and proof-of-service affidavit, prepare the required notices, and gather supporting documents.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a remote appointment with a commissioned online notary for the affidavit’s sworn signature.
- 4
Sign On Video
Show identification and sign the affidavit during the online notary session when instructed.
- 5
Submit To The City
File the required copies and supporting materials with the Planning Board according to the packet’s deadlines.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Bloomingdale. 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 proof-of-service affidavit notarized?
- Complete the affidavit, then meet with a commissioned online notary by video and sign when instructed. Attach the required notices, certified owner list, and mailing receipts for your Planning Board filing.
- Do I need to notarize the entire variance application?
- The packet includes a notarized proof-of-service affidavit and a sworn statement about the application’s accuracy. Follow the form’s instructions and confirm which signed sections the Planning Board expects.
- Can I use an online notary for this form?
- New Jersey permanently authorizes remote online notarization and remote ink notarization for its own notaries. A commissioned online notary can notarize remotely; confirm with the municipality if unsure.
- When must I submit the application?
- The form says applications must be filed 15 days before a regular Planning Board meeting. The proof-of-service materials are due to the Planning Board Secretary no later than noon on the hearing date.