Baldwinsville, NY · Onondaga County
Zoning Board of Appeals Variance Application
This application asks the Village of Baldwinsville Zoning Board of Appeals to review an area or use variance, interpretation, or code relief request from a property owner or authorized representative.
- 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
Use this four-page application to request an area variance, use variance, interpretation, or code relief for property in the Village of Baldwinsville. The form collects property and applicant details, an owner’s sworn statement, and information about the code violation and requested relief. The instructions require seven copies, detailed diagrams, and a property survey with the application; the Zoning Board of Appeals uses the information to consider the request and schedule a public hearing.
Who needs it
A property owner seeking a variance, interpretation, or code relief in the Village of Baldwinsville must apply, or authorize a representative to file on the owner’s behalf.
Why it needs a notary
The owner signs the sworn statement on page one before a notary, who completes the “Sworn to me” jurat and signs the notary public line.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Get the Village of Baldwinsville Zoning Board of Appeals application and review its instructions.
- 2
Complete The Form
Fill in the request and property details, and prepare the required diagrams, survey, and copies.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a video session with a commissioned online notary for the owner’s sworn statement.
- 4
Sign On Video
The owner signs the sworn statement during the session; the notary completes the jurat.
- 5
Submit To The Village
Submit the completed application and required supporting materials to the Village of Baldwinsville.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Baldwinsville. 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 owner statement notarized?
- Complete the application, then book a session with a commissioned online notary. The owner must sign the sworn statement on page one during the video session so the notary can complete the jurat.
- Do I need to submit copies and property diagrams?
- The application instructions call for seven copies, detailed diagrams showing the lot and buildings, and a property survey that reflects existing conditions. Check with the Village about submission details if unsure.
- Can I sign this form with an online notary?
- New York has authorized remote online notarization for its own notaries under Executive Law §135-c since 2023. A commissioned online notary can notarize the owner’s sworn statement through a video session.
- Who signs the notarized statement?
- The property owner signs the sworn statement on page one. The form also allows the owner to name a representative to file the application on the owner’s behalf.
- What if I’m unsure about the Village’s filing requirements?
- The form provides application instructions, including the number of copies and supporting materials. Confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.
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