Baldwinsville, NY · Onondaga County
Zoning Board of Appeals Variance Application
This application requests an area variance, use variance, or interpretation from the Village of Baldwinsville Zoning Board of Appeals for a property owner or authorized applicant.
- 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 form to ask the Village of Baldwinsville Zoning Board of Appeals for an area variance, use variance, or interpretation. The application collects property and applicant details, describes the requested code relief, and includes the owner's sworn statement. The procedure guidelines say to submit seven copies, answer relevant questions, and include detailed diagrams and a property survey. The board uses the application and supporting information in considering the request.
Who needs it
Property owners seeking zoning relief or an interpretation from the Village of Baldwinsville Zoning Board of Appeals, or someone authorized to apply on an owner's behalf, use this form.
Why it needs a notary
The owner signs the sworn property statement before a notary; the form includes a “Sworn to me” jurat and a Signature of Notary Public line.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Get the Zoning Board of Appeals application and its procedure guidelines from the Village of Baldwinsville.
- 2
Complete The Form
Fill in the applicant and property details, identify the requested relief, and prepare the required diagrams and survey.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange a session with a commissioned online notary for the owner's sworn statement.
- 4
Sign On Video
Follow the notary's instructions and sign the owner statement during the online session.
- 5
Submit To The Village
Prepare seven copies and submit the application with its supporting materials according to Village instructions.
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 submit the Baldwinsville variance application?
- The form's guidelines call for seven copies, completed relevant questions, detailed diagrams, and a property survey. Contact the Village for submission details and timing.
- Do I need to sign the application before a notary?
- The owner statement includes a “Sworn to me” jurat and a notary signature line. The owner should sign that statement before the notary.
- Can I sign the owner statement with a commissioned online notary?
- New York authorizes remote online notarization by its own notaries under Executive Law §135-c, effective in 2023. Ask the Village whether it will accept the remotely notarized statement; confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.
- What supporting materials does the form call for?
- The guidelines call for detailed diagrams showing lot dimensions and features, plus a property survey that accurately reflects existing conditions.
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