Allegany, NY · Cattaraugus County
Variance Application
Property owners and applicants use this application to request an area variance, use variance, or zoning-law interpretation from the Village of Allegany Zoning Board of Appeals.
What this form is
The application asks for applicant and property information, the type of variance or interpretation requested, and the reason for the request. It also includes a plot plan and information about the Zoning Board of Appeals process. The instructions say to file a variance application with the ZBA within 60 days after the enforcement officer files a decision; the ZBA determines when an application is complete.
Who needs it
An owner or authorized applicant seeking an area variance, use variance, or interpretation of the Village of Allegany zoning law needs this application.
How to submit it
File the application with the Zoning Board of Appeals within 60 days after the enforcement officer files a decision. The instructions say the completed application is filed with the clerk and that the applicant pays a fee when turning in the form.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; the applicant signs the application and property plan, and the document does not specify a separate sworn attachment.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Village of Allegany Variance Application.
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Complete The Application
Enter the applicant and property information, identify the request type, and explain the reason for the variance or interpretation.
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Prepare The Plot Plan
Draw the property plan with existing and proposed structures, dimensions, property lines, driveway details, and the direction of north.
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File With The Zoning Board
File the application with the Zoning Board of Appeals within 60 days after the enforcement officer files a decision.
Frequently asked questions
- Who can file the Allegany variance application?
- The application is for an applicant requesting a variance or zoning interpretation. If the applicant is not the property owner, the form says the owner must agree and give permission.
- What information does the application request?
- It requests applicant and property details, the type and reason for the request, and a plot plan showing existing and proposed structures, measurements, property lines, driveway details, and north.
- Do I need a notary for the Allegany variance application?
- No. The applicant signs and dates the application without a notary; the document does not specify a separate sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the variance application?
- File it with the Zoning Board of Appeals within 60 days after the enforcement officer files a decision. The instructions say the completed application is filed with the clerk.