Gates, NY · Monroe County

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Zoning Board of Appeals Variance Application

Property owners or agents use this application to ask the Gates Zoning Board of Appeals for an area or use variance.

What this form is

This application lets a property owner or agent request an area or use variance from Gates’ zoning requirements. It collects applicant and parcel details, the circumstances supporting the request, and the applicant’s signature and date. The form also lists application fees and asks applicants to include ten copies of any materials for board review; the town provides and posts the property sign.

Who needs it

A property owner or agent seeking an area or use variance from the Town of Gates zoning requirements needs to complete this application.

How to submit it

Submit the signed application packet to the Town of Gates, 1605 Buffalo Road, Rochester, New York 14624. Include 10 copies of supporting materials; the form lists non-refundable fees of $150 for an area variance, $300 for a use variance, and $75 for an EAF form.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the document mentions no notarized or sworn attachment or related step.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Gates Zoning Board of Appeals Variance Application.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Provide applicant and parcel details, explain the circumstances for the variance, and sign and date the application.

  3. 3

    Gather Supporting Materials

    Include 10 copies of any materials you want the board to review, such as a map, diagram, letter of intent, or photos.

  4. 4

    Submit The Packet

    Submit the signed application and supporting materials to the Town of Gates at 1605 Buffalo Road, Rochester, New York 14624.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Gates variance application used for?
Property owners or agents use it to request an area or use variance from the Town of Gates zoning requirements and provide details about the parcel and circumstances.
Do I need a notary for the Gates variance application?
No. The application is signed and dated without a notary; the document mentions no notarized or sworn attachment or related step.
How do I submit the Gates variance application?
Submit the signed packet to the Town of Gates at 1605 Buffalo Road, Rochester, New York 14624. Include 10 copies of any supporting materials and the applicable fee listed on the form.
What supporting materials should I include?
The form asks applicants to include 10 copies of materials for board review, such as a map, diagram, letter of intent, or photos.

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