Niles, NY · Cayuga County

No notary required

Board of Appeals Variance Application

Property owners or their designated agents use this application to request a variance from the Town of Niles Board of Appeals.

What this form is

This application asks the Town of Niles Board of Appeals to consider a variance request for a property. Applicants provide their contact and property details, explain the reason for the appeal, describe any previous appeals, and address four factors the board will consider. The application also requests a property sketch or map and the names and addresses of nearby property owners.

Who needs it

A property owner, or an agent designated in writing by the owner, may sign this application to request a variance.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This application is signed without a notary; the applicant certifies the information and signs and dates the form.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Board of Appeals Variance Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Form

    Enter applicant and property details, explain the reason for the appeal, and address the four factors listed for the Board of Appeals.

  3. 3

    Gather Attachments

    Attach a sketch or map of the property and names and addresses of adjoining owners and owners across nearby roads.

  4. 4

    Submit To The City

    Submit the completed application and attachments to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Board of Appeals Variance Application?
It is an application for requesting a property variance from the Town of Niles Board of Appeals. It asks for property details, the reason for the appeal, and information about prior appeals.
Who may sign the variance application?
The form says only an owner of the property involved, or an agent designated in writing by the owner, may sign the application.
Do I need a notary for the Board of Appeals Variance Application?
No. The application has no notary block; the applicant certifies the information and signs and dates the form.
How do I submit the variance application?
The document does not provide submission instructions. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

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