Constantia, NY · Oswego County
Application to Board of Appeals
This application requests a variance, interpretation, or other Board of Appeals action and is filed with the Town Code Enforcement Officer by the applicant for a property in Constantia.
- 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 explain a request for a variance, an interpretation of the Land Development Law, or another matter for the Board of Appeals. The applicant provides information about the parcel and request, signs the application, and completes the attached Short Environmental Assessment Form. The form instructs applicants to file eight copies with supporting documents and any fee with the Town Code Enforcement Officer; the Board meets as soon as practicable after receiving a completed application.
Who needs it
An applicant seeking a Board of Appeals variance, interpretation, or other action for a parcel in the Town of Constantia needs to submit this application.
Why it needs a notary
The application has a jurat stating “Sworn to before me”; the applicant signs the application before the notary, who completes the notarial block.
How to get this notarized
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Download The Application
Get the Town of Constantia Application to Board of Appeals and its attached Short Environmental Assessment Form.
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Fill In The Form
Describe your request and parcel, complete the applicant and project information, and gather the supporting documents listed on the form.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary for the application’s “Sworn to before me” jurat.
- 4
Sign On Video
Sign the application during the live video session as directed by the notary.
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Submit To The Town
File eight copies with the supporting documents and any fee with the Town Code Enforcement Officer.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Constantia. 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 completed application?
- The form says to file eight copies of the application and supporting documents, along with any fee, with the Town Code Enforcement Officer. Required supporting materials include a survey or appropriate property drawing and the Short Environmental Assessment Form.
- Do I need to sign the application in front of a notary?
- Yes. The application includes a jurat stating “Sworn to before me.” Sign before the notary so the notary can complete that block.
- Can I complete the notarization online?
- New York authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary under Executive Law §135-c, in effect since 2023. You can sign during a live video session, subject to the notary’s process.
- What documents should I include with my application?
- The form lists a survey or appropriate drawing or sketch of the property and a Short Environmental Assessment Form. Written neighbor comments are helpful but not required; include any additional pages needed to explain your request.
- Who can answer questions about filing the application?
- The form directs applicants to file with the Town Code Enforcement Officer. For questions about filing details or whether your submission is complete, confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.