Avon, NY · Livingston County
Use Variance Application
This application requests permission to establish a property use not otherwise permitted in its zoning district, and property owners or applicants submit it to the Town of Avon Zoning Board of Appeals.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The application package gathers project and property details, supporting materials, and information for the Zoning Board of Appeals to review a requested use variance. The town’s instructions say applicants must first apply for a zoning permit; after a denial, they must submit a written, verified petition within 45 days. Completed materials go to the Code Enforcement Clerk, and use variance applications are also reviewed by the Town Planning Board.
Who needs it
A property owner or applicant seeking permission for a use not allowed in the property’s zoning district should submit this package after applying for a zoning permit and receiving a denial.
Why it needs a notary
The package includes an acknowledgment on the Authorized Representative Form; the property owner signing to authorize a representative must appear before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Download the Town of Avon Use Variance Application package and review its instructions and checklist.
- 2
Complete the Forms
Fill in the application and applicable supporting forms, gather required documents, and review the package for completeness.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a video appointment with a commissioned online notary for the Authorized Representative Form acknowledgment.
- 4
Sign on Video
The property owner signs the acknowledgment form during the online notary session.
- 5
Submit to the Town
Submit the completed application package and payment to the Avon Code Enforcement Clerk as directed by the town.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Avon. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get the Authorized Representative Form notarized?
- Complete the form, then meet with a commissioned online notary by video. Sign when instructed so the notary can complete the acknowledgment.
- Do I need a notary for the use variance application?
- The package includes a notary acknowledgment on the Authorized Representative Form, which the property owner signs to authorize a representative. The instructions also say a variance petition must be verified, signed, and notarized.
- Can I complete this form with an online notary?
- New York authorizes its notaries to perform remote online notarizations under Executive Law §135-c, effective since 2023. Use a commissioned online notary and check with the town about submission requirements.
- Where do I submit the completed application?
- The form directs applicants to submit the completed application package and payment to the Code Enforcement Clerk. The instructions also specify a deadline and required supporting documents; confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.
Use Variance Application in other New York cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.