Copake, NY · Columbia County
Zoning Board of Appeals Application
This application asks the Copake Zoning Board of Appeals to consider an area or use variance, special use permit, or other zoning matter submitted by a property owner or applicant.
- 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
Use this application to ask the Town of Copake Zoning Board of Appeals to consider an area or use variance, special use permit, or other matter under the town zoning code. Submit it at least ten business days before a meeting, with the completed checklist, required plans and supporting documents, and the application fee. The applicant should be prepared to present the case at the scheduled hearing.
Who needs it
Property owners or applicants seeking a Copake area or use variance, special use permit, or other matter considered by the Zoning Board of Appeals need this form.
Why it needs a notary
The application carries a state jurat; the applicant signs and swears that the information provided is true before a notary public.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Get the Zoning Board of Appeals application and checklist from the Town of Copake.
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Complete The Form
Fill in the applicant and property details, answer the questions, and gather the required plans, records, and checklist materials.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary for the applicant’s sworn signature.
- 4
Sign On Video
Show your identification and sign and swear to the application during the live online notary session.
- 5
Submit To The Town
Submit the completed application, required copies and digital materials, and fee to the Copake Zoning Board of Appeals at least ten business days before a meeting.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Copake. 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 submit the Copake Zoning Board of Appeals application?
- Complete the application and checklist, assemble the required plans and supporting materials, and submit them with the fee at least ten business days before a meeting. The form calls for nine paper copies of checklist items 1–8 and digital copies of everything.
- Do I need to sign this application in front of a notary?
- Yes. The application includes a state jurat and says the applicant’s information is true. Sign and swear to the statement before a notary public.
- Can I use a commissioned online notary for this form?
- New York authorizes its notaries to perform remote online notarization under Executive Law §135-c, effective in 2023. A commissioned online notary can notarize your signature in a live online session; confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.
- What documents should accompany the application?
- The checklist calls for property documentation, photographs, an abutter list, proof of ownership, and other materials when applicable, such as hardship evidence, application history, or a denied building permit. Review the checklist for plans and copy requirements.
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