Ellicottville, NY · Cattaraugus County
Zoning Board of Appeals Application
Property owners, applicants, or their representatives use this application to request a zoning variance or an interpretation of zoning law from Ellicottville’s Zoning Board of Appeals.
What this form is
Use this application to appeal a decision by a Building or Zoning Official, request an area or use variance, or seek an interpretation of zoning law text or a map. The application asks for applicant and property details, the appeal type, and written responses supporting the request. Submit the application package three weeks before the next scheduled Zoning Board of Appeals meeting; applicants or their representatives must attend the meeting.
Who needs it
Applicants seeking a zoning variance or interpretation, including those appealing a Building or Zoning Official’s decision, need this application.
How to submit it
Submit the application package three weeks before the next scheduled Zoning Board of Appeals meeting, with the listed plans, materials, environmental assessment form, and application fees paid in full. Applicants or their representatives must attend the meeting.
About notarization
No notary is required for this application; sign and date it, and the required environmental assessment form also calls for a signature, not a notary.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Zoning Board of Appeals Application and its checklist.
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Complete And Sign
Provide applicant and property information, select the appeal type, answer the applicable questions, and sign and date the application.
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Gather Required Materials
Include the listed plans, studies, supporting materials, signed environmental assessment form, and application fees.
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Submit To The Town
Submit the complete package three weeks before the next scheduled Zoning Board of Appeals meeting. Applicants or their representatives must attend.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Zoning Board of Appeals Application for?
- It is used to request an area variance, use variance, or interpretation of zoning law, or to appeal a decision by a Building or Zoning Official.
- Do I need a notary for the Zoning Board of Appeals Application?
- No. Sign and date the application; the required environmental assessment form also calls for a signature, not a notary.
- How do I submit the Zoning Board of Appeals Application?
- Submit the application package three weeks before the next scheduled Zoning Board of Appeals meeting. Include the listed plans, supporting materials, environmental assessment form, and fees paid in full.