Greenwood Lake, NY · Orange County
Zoning Board of Appeals Application
This application packet requests a zoning variance, interpretation, or appeal of a written disallowance from the Village of Greenwood Lake Zoning Board of Appeals.
- 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
Applicants use this packet to appeal a Building Inspector’s written disallowance or request a zoning variance or interpretation for a property in the village. It includes the petition, applicant and property information, supporting arguments, a checklist, and materials for public notice and agency review. The packet instructs applicants to submit it to the Building Department at least 10 business days before the scheduled meeting, with required documents and copies.
Who needs it
Property owners or other petitioners seeking a zoning variance, interpretation, or appeal of a Building Inspector’s written disallowance in Greenwood Lake use this packet.
Why it needs a notary
The petition’s presentation section includes a sworn-to-before-me jurat; the petitioner signs the applicable petition before a notary public.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application Packet
Get the Zoning Board of Appeals packet and review its instructions, checklist, and applicable petition sections.
- 2
Complete The Forms
Fill out the relevant appeal or variance petition and gather the supporting documents and required copies.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a remote appointment with a commissioned online notary for the petition’s jurat.
- 4
Sign During The Video Appointment
Wait to sign the petition until the notary gives instructions, then take the required oath or affirmation.
- 5
Submit The Packet To The Village
Deliver the completed packet and required materials to the Building Department by the stated deadline.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Greenwood Lake. 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 petition notarized?
- Complete the relevant petition section, then sign it during a video appointment with a commissioned online notary. The notary completes the jurat after administering an oath or affirmation.
- Do I need to notarize the application?
- The petition includes a sworn-to-before-me jurat for the petitioner’s signature. Check which petition section applies to your request and confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.
- Can I use an online notary for this form?
- New York authorizes its notaries to perform remote online notarizations under Executive Law §135-c, effective since 2023. Ask the Village of Greenwood Lake whether it will accept your remotely notarized petition.
- What else must I submit with the application?
- The packet checklist calls for supporting items such as a deed or proof of interest, a real estate bill, disapproval notice, surveys, SEQR form, plans, and ten application packets. Review the full checklist and deadlines.
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Zoning Board of Appeals Application in other Orange County cities
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