Syracuse, NY · Onondaga County
Screening Device Waiver Application
Property owners use this application to request a waiver for a proposed fence or retaining wall screening device in Syracuse.
What this form is
The application requests a waiver for a proposed fence or retaining wall and asks for project details, property tax map information, owner and representative details, and the device’s dimensions and materials. Applicants must explain why the waiver is necessary and provide a property survey, site plan, elevations, and a justification letter describing compelling reasons, practical difficulties, and the lack of reasonable alternatives. An approved request requires a permit before construction or installation.
Who needs it
Syracuse property owners seeking a screening device waiver should submit the application with the required plans, survey, elevations, and justification letter.
How to submit it
Send the request to the Office of Zoning Administration, City Hall Commons, 201 East Washington Street, Room 101, Syracuse, NY 13202-1426. The document says incomplete requests will be returned.
About notarization
This application is signed without a notary; it includes a declaration under penalties of perjury, but does not require a notarized attachment or step.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Screening Device Waiver Application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Describe the project and provide property, owner, representative, and screening device information.
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Gather Required Attachments
Include the property survey, site plan, elevation drawings, catalogue cuts, and justification letter.
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Submit To The City
Send the request to the Office of Zoning Administration at the address listed on the application.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Screening Device Waiver Application?
- No. The application is signed without a notary. It includes a declaration under penalties of perjury, but does not require a notarized attachment or step.
- How do I submit the Screening Device Waiver Application?
- Send the request to the Office of Zoning Administration at City Hall Commons, 201 East Washington Street, Room 101, Syracuse, NY 13202-1426.
- What must I include with the application?
- Submit a property survey, site plan, elevation drawings, manufacturer’s catalogue cuts, and a separate justification letter explaining why the waiver is necessary.
- Who must sign the application?
- The current property owner listed on the City of Syracuse Tax Assessment Roll must sign. If the owner is not listed, include proof of ownership, such as a deed copy.
Need something notarized?
This Screening Device Waiver Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Syracuse form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.