Sanford, NY · Broome County
Variance & Special Use Permit Application
Sanford property owners and applicants use this application to appeal a Code Enforcement Officer decision or request a variance, special use permit, or interpretation.
What this form is
The application lets you appeal a Code Enforcement Officer decision and request an area or use variance, a special use permit, an extension, or an interpretation of the Land Use Management Local Law. The instructions say to submit it with an environmental assessment form, an agricultural data statement if needed, and a scaled drawing or map. The application also asks about the property, the appeal grounds, and required certifications.
Who needs it
Applicants seeking a variance, special use permit, permit extension, or land-use interpretation from the Sanford Board of Appeals need this application.
How to submit it
Submit eight copies of all documentation to the Code Enforcement Officer with a $50 check payable to Town of Sanford. The instructions also say applicants agree to pay advertising and other reasonable hearing expenses billed by the newspaper or Town.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the applicant signs and dates the certification affirming the application is true under penalties of perjury.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Variance & Special Use Permit Application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Fill in the applicant and property details, identify the type of appeal, and explain the reasons for your request.
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Gather Supporting Documents
Include an environmental assessment form, an agricultural data statement if needed, and a scaled drawing or map.
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Submit To The Code Enforcement Officer
Provide eight copies of all documentation and a $50 check payable to Town of Sanford.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Variance & Special Use Permit Application?
- No. This application has no notary block; the applicant signs and dates a certification affirming the application is true under penalties of perjury.
- How do I submit the application?
- Submit eight copies of all documentation to the Code Enforcement Officer with a $50 check payable to Town of Sanford. The applicant may also owe advertising and other reasonable hearing expenses.
- What supporting documents does the application require?
- The instructions call for an environmental assessment form, an agricultural data statement if needed, and a scaled drawing or map showing the proposed use or structure, setbacks, and dimensions.
- What requests can I make with this application?
- The application covers area and use variances, special use permits and extensions, and interpretations of the Land Use Management Local Law or zoning map.