Deerfield, NY · Oneida County
Application for Appeal of the Zoning Law
This application lets property owners or other applicants ask Deerfield’s Zoning Board of Appeals for an area variance, use variance, or interpretation of the zoning law.
What this form is
Use this application to request an area variance, use variance, or interpretation of a provision of the zoning law. It asks for applicant and property details, the purpose and justification for the request, and information about previous appeals or a denial, if applicable. The instructions call for a plot plan, supporting materials, and two complete sets of plans.
Who needs it
An applicant seeking an area variance, use variance, or interpretation of Deerfield’s zoning law can use this application.
How to submit it
Submit the completed, signed application to the Building Inspector or Zoning Board of Appeals with a check or money order for the application fee and the required plans and supporting materials.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the instructions mention no notarized or sworn attachment, so the applicant just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the three-page Application for Appeal of the Zoning Law.
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Complete And Sign
Fill out the entire application by computer, typewriter, or ink, then sign and date it.
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Gather Plans And Materials
Include the plot plan, supporting materials, two complete sets of plans, and a copy of a denial if applicable.
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Submit To The Town
Submit the application to the Building Inspector or Zoning Board of Appeals with a check or money order for the application fee.
Frequently asked questions
- What can I request with this application?
- The application offers requests for an area variance, a use variance, or an interpretation of a provision of the zoning law.
- What materials should accompany the application?
- The instructions call for a plot plan, supporting materials, and two complete sets of plans. If the application follows a denial, attach a copy of the denial.
- Do I need a notary for the zoning law appeal application?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary, and its instructions do not mention a notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the zoning law appeal application?
- Submit the completed, signed application to the Building Inspector or Zoning Board of Appeals with a check or money order for the application fee and the required plans and supporting materials.