Santa Clara, NY · Franklin County

No notary required

Special Use Permit Application

Town of Santa Clara applicants use this application to request a special use permit and provide project details and supporting materials.

What this form is

The application lets a property owner or applicant request a special use permit from the Town of Santa Clara. It asks for applicant and owner contact information, parcel and project details, and a $250 fee. The accompanying checklist describes site plan and other supporting materials, including a deed, owner authorization when applicable, and proof of mailing to nearby property owners.

Who needs it

A property owner or other applicant proposing a project that requires a special use permit from the Town of Santa Clara should complete this application.

How to submit it

Send the application and accompanying materials to each Planning Board member and the Chief Enforcement Officer by mail, or email relevant materials as a PDF to [email protected] or [email protected]. Mail the fee to the Planning Board at 5359 State Route 30, Saranac Lake, NY 12983, or deliver it to the Code Enforcement Officer.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; if the applicant is not the owner, include the owner's written and acknowledged authorization.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Special Use Permit Application and its accompanying checklist.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Provide applicant and owner information, parcel details, project information, and the applicant's signature and date.

  3. 3

    Gather Supporting Materials

    Prepare the applicable site plan and checklist materials, including the deed and owner authorization if the applicant is not the owner.

  4. 4

    Submit To The Town

    Mail copies to each Planning Board member and the Chief Enforcement Officer, or email relevant materials as a PDF; pay the listed fee.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Special Use Permit Application ask for?
It asks for applicant and owner contact details, parcel and project information, and supporting materials such as a site plan and deed.
Do I need a notary for the Special Use Permit Application?
No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. If the applicant is not the owner, include the owner's written and acknowledged authorization.
How do I submit the Special Use Permit Application?
Mail the application and accompanying materials to each Planning Board member and the Chief Enforcement Officer, or email relevant materials as a PDF to one of the addresses listed on the form.
What is the application fee?
The application lists a $250 fee and states that all applicable fees are non-refundable.

Need something notarized?

This Special Use Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Santa Clara form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.