Cortlandville, NY · Cortland County
Area Variance Findings & Decision
This form records an area variance request and the Zoning Board of Appeals’ findings for an applicant seeking a variance in Cortlandville.
What this form is
Use this form to identify the applicant, property owner, property, zoning district, and requested variance, and to record the Zoning Board of Appeals’ decision. It asks the board to consider five factors, including neighborhood effects, alternatives, and whether the difficulty was self-created. The form states that no area variance will be granted without consideration of those factors.
Who needs it
An applicant seeking an area variance for property in Cortlandville uses this form to provide request details and document the board’s findings and decision.
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 document is signed and dated without a notary; it lists no notarized or sworn attachment or related step, so the signer just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
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Download The Form
Download the Area Variance Findings & Decision PDF.
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Complete The Request Details
Enter the applicant and property information, requested variance, applicable zoning code section, and signature and date.
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Complete The Findings
Record responses and reasons for the five factors, then complete the determination section.
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Submit The Form
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Area Variance Findings & Decision form for?
- It records details about an area variance request and the Zoning Board of Appeals’ consideration of five factors and determination.
- Who uses this area variance form?
- An applicant seeking an area variance for property in Cortlandville provides applicant and property details. The form also includes sections for the board’s findings and decision.
- Do I need a notary for the Area Variance Findings & Decision form?
- No. This form is signed and dated without a notary, and it lists no notarized or sworn attachment or related step.
- How do I submit the Area Variance Findings & Decision form?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
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This Area Variance Findings & Decision doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Cortlandville form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.