Do I need a notary for the Area Variance Application?

No. The application has no notary block; the applicant signs and dates an affirmation under penalty of perjury.

What should accompany the application?

The application requires two copies of a sketch plan drawn to scale, showing the proposed structure, lot lines, distances, and relevant features. A current survey map may be required before the ZBA makes its final decision.

Do I have to attend the ZBA meeting?

Yes. The form says the applicant or representative must attend; otherwise, the application may be tabled until the next meeting or denied for lack of information.

Alexandria, NY · Jefferson County

No notary required

Application for an Area Variance

This application is for Alexandria property owners seeking an area variance and asks them to explain the request and provide information about its effects.

What this form is

The Town of Alexandria Zoning Board of Appeals application asks the property owner to explain why the variance is needed, discuss neighborhood effects and alternatives, and address environmental impacts. Applicants must provide the requested information, sign the affirmation, attend the ZBA meeting, and include two copies of a scaled sketch plan showing the property and proposed structure. A survey map may be required before the ZBA’s final decision.

Who needs it

Property owners seeking an area variance from the Town of Alexandria Zoning Board of Appeals should complete and sign this application.

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 without a notary; the applicant signs and dates an affirmation under penalty of perjury.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Area Variance Application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Provide the requested information about the variance, its effects, and alternatives, then sign and date the affirmation.
3
Gather Required Materials
Include two copies of a scaled sketch plan showing the proposed structure and property details.
4
Submit To The City
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 Area Variance Application?: No. The application has no notary block; the applicant signs and dates an affirmation under penalty of perjury.
What should accompany the application?: The application requires two copies of a sketch plan drawn to scale, showing the proposed structure, lot lines, distances, and relevant features. A current survey map may be required before the ZBA makes its final decision.
Do I have to attend the ZBA meeting?: Yes. The form says the applicant or representative must attend; otherwise, the application may be tabled until the next meeting or denied for lack of information.
How do I submit the Area Variance Application?: Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

This Application for an Area Variance doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Alexandria form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.