What does the Zoning Board of Appeals application request?

It can request an area or use variance, an appeal of a Code Enforcement decision, or an interpretation of zoning law or the zoning map.

What materials accompany a variance application?

The form calls for a plot plan, an Environmental Assessment Form unless one was submitted for the same project, and a variance justification narrative.

Do I need a notary for the Zoning Board of Appeals application?

No. The application requires a signature and date, not notarization. Non-owner applicants must submit an Owner’s Authorization Form; the application does not say it must be notarized.

Hunter, NY · Greene County

No notary required

Zoning Board of Appeals Application

Property applicants use this application to request a zoning variance, appeal a Code Enforcement decision, or seek an interpretation of zoning law or the zoning map.

What this form is

The application lets a property applicant ask the Zoning Board of Appeals for an area or use variance, appeal a Code Enforcement decision, or request an interpretation of zoning law or the zoning map. It asks for applicant and property details, the zoning section at issue, a project description, and nearby property owners. Variance requests require supporting materials, including a plot plan, an Environmental Assessment Form, and a justification narrative.

Who needs it

A person seeking a zoning variance, appealing a Code Enforcement decision, or requesting an interpretation of zoning law or the zoning map should complete this application.

How to submit it

Submit the application and required supplemental materials to the Zoning Board of Appeals at least 10 days before its next scheduled meeting. The form lists P.O. Box 441, 7955 Main Street, Hunter, NY 12442.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; it does not specify any sworn or notarized attachment, and non-owner applicants must submit an Owner’s Authorization Form.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Zoning Board of Appeals Application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Provide applicant, advisor, application type, zoning section, property, project, and abutting-owner information, then sign and date.
3
Gather Required Materials
For a variance, include the required plot plan, Environmental Assessment Form unless previously submitted for the same project, and justification narrative.
4
Submit To The Board
Submit the application and required supplemental materials to the Zoning Board of Appeals at least 10 days before its next scheduled meeting.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Zoning Board of Appeals application request?: It can request an area or use variance, an appeal of a Code Enforcement decision, or an interpretation of zoning law or the zoning map.
What materials accompany a variance application?: The form calls for a plot plan, an Environmental Assessment Form unless one was submitted for the same project, and a variance justification narrative.
Do I need a notary for the Zoning Board of Appeals application?: No. The application requires a signature and date, not notarization. Non-owner applicants must submit an Owner’s Authorization Form; the application does not say it must be notarized.
How do I submit the Zoning Board of Appeals application?: Submit the application and required supplemental materials to the Zoning Board of Appeals at least 10 days before its next scheduled meeting. The form gives a mailing address in Hunter.

Need something notarized?

This Zoning Board of Appeals Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Hunter form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.

Owner’s Authorization Form