Geneva, NY · Ontario County

No notary required

Special Use Permit Application

Property owners seeking approval for a special use submit this application and supporting documents to the City of Geneva for Planning Board review.

What this form is

The application requests Planning Board review of a proposed special use and describes the property, current and proposed uses, project details, and supporting materials. The document says city permits or certificates for special uses cannot be issued until Planning Board approval is obtained. Applicants submit the completed application with required documents and a fee; additional approvals may apply for properties in a designated historic zone.

Who needs it

Property owners proposing a use that requires a special use permit under the city’s zoning code should submit this application for Planning Board review.

How to submit it

Submit the complete application, required documents, and application fee to the City’s code enforcement officer. The form lists a $100 fee for existing buildings and $150 for new construction.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the document lists no notarized or sworn attachment, so the property owner just signs and dates it.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Special Use Permit Application and review its instructions and submission requirements.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Provide the property owner and surveyor contact details, property information, project details, and a brief project summary.

  3. 3

    Gather Supporting Documents

    Include the required survey maps, proof of ownership, environmental assessment form, photographs, and applicable historic commission approval.

  4. 4

    Submit To The City

    Submit the complete application, required documents, and fee to the City’s code enforcement officer.

Frequently asked questions

Who uses the Geneva Special Use Permit Application?
Property owners proposing a use that requires a special use permit under the city’s zoning code submit it for Planning Board review.
Do I need a notary for the Special Use Permit Application?
No. This application is signed and dated without a notary, and the document lists no notarized or sworn attachment.
How do I submit the Special Use Permit Application?
Submit the complete application, required documents, and application fee to the City’s code enforcement officer.

Need something notarized?

This Special Use Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Geneva form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.