Darien, NY · Genesee County

No notary required

Application to the Zoning Board of Appeals

This application is for people seeking a Zoning Board of Appeals decision in Darien, including a variance, interpretation, or appeal of a zoning permit decision.

What this form is

Use this application to ask the Town of Darien Zoning Board of Appeals for a use variance, area variance, interpretation, other specified relief, or notice of appeal. It asks for applicant and project-site details, the zoning provisions involved, any previous appeal, and a justification. The form calls for a specific explanation on separate sheets and supporting materials such as site plans or elevations.

Who needs it

Applicants seeking a Zoning Board of Appeals decision for a project in Darien should complete this application and provide supporting materials.

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 and dated without a notary; the signer certifies the application and supporting attachments are true and correct.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Town of Darien Application to the Zoning Board of Appeals.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Provide applicant and project-site details, select the type of request, identify zoning provisions, and explain the request.

  3. 3

    Gather Supporting Materials

    Attach a specific explanation on separate sheets and appropriate supporting materials, such as site plans or elevations.

  4. 4

    Submit To The Town

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

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Zoning Board of Appeals application?
No. The application has a signature and date line but no notary block. The signer certifies the application and supporting attachments are true and correct.
How do I submit the Zoning Board of Appeals application?
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
What information does the application ask for?
It asks for applicant and project-site information, the zoning provisions being appealed, any prior appeal, the type of request, and a justification.
What supporting materials should accompany the application?
The form requests appropriate supporting materials, which may include site plans, elevations, traffic circulation diagrams, and other materials that help the Board make a determination.

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