Glen Cove, NY · Nassau County

No notary required

Application for Area Variance

Property applicants use this application to appeal a Building Department Director’s decision denying a building permit and request area variance relief from the Zoning Board of Appeals.

What this form is

This application is for appealing a Building Department Director’s decision denying a building permit and requesting relief from the Zoning Board of Appeals. It asks for applicant and property details, the requested relief, reasons for the variance, prior applications, and information about professionals who may appear at the public hearing. It also asks about property conditions, violations, and whether the applicant seeks to legalize existing structures or land use.

Who needs it

An applicant appealing a building permit denial and requesting area variance relief from Glen Cove’s Zoning Board of Appeals needs 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 document is signed and dated without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Glen Cove Application for Area Variance PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Provide applicant and property information, describe the relief requested, and answer the questions about the variance.

  3. 3

    Gather Attachments

    If applicable, attach the requested contract, lease, conditional lease or letter of intent, prior written decisions, or corporate resolution.

  4. 4

    Sign And Date

    Read the application, then sign and date it.

  5. 5

    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

What is the Glen Cove Area Variance Application for?
It is used to appeal a Building Department Director’s decision denying a building permit and request relief from the Zoning Board of Appeals.
What information does the application ask for?
It asks for applicant and property details, the requested relief, reasons for the variance, prior applications, and information about professionals who may appear at a public hearing.
Do I need a notary for the Glen Cove Area Variance Application?
No. This document is signed and dated without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it.
How do I submit the Glen Cove Area Variance Application?
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.