Volney, NY · Oswego County
Area Variance Referral Package
This package is for property owners or applicants seeking an area variance from Volney zoning requirements and includes application sheets and environmental review materials.
What this form is
Use this package when a proposed use of land does not meet the dimensional or physical requirements of applicable zoning regulations and a variance is needed. It requests applicant and property details, the reason for the variance, project information, and a completed Part I of the Short Environmental Assessment Form. The package also lists required supporting materials and includes a public hearing request form.
Who needs it
Property owners or other applicants seeking a Volney area variance must complete the package and provide the listed supporting materials.
How to submit it
Return the materials to the Code Enforcement Officer at least 14 days before the Board meeting; the package lists Town of Volney, 1445 County Route 6, Fulton, New York 13069. It also states that a $100 public hearing fee and a separate $100 sign deposit are required.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the applicant signs and dates the environmental assessment, and the other listed forms require signatures but do not specify notarization.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Package
Download the Area Variance Referral Package and review its material requirements.
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Complete The Forms
Fill in the Property Information Sheet, application details, and Part I of the Short Environmental Assessment Form.
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Gather Required Materials
Include the listed survey and location maps, statement of intentions, and commercial signage design and dimensions when applicable.
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Submit To The Code Enforcement Officer
Return the materials at least 14 days before the Board meeting; the package lists a $100 public hearing fee and separate $100 sign deposit.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Area Variance Referral Package for?
- It is for applicants seeking permission to use land in a way that does not meet Volney zoning regulations’ dimensional or physical requirements.
- What materials must accompany the application?
- The package lists a Property Information Sheet, completed Part I of the Short Environmental Assessment Form, a survey map, a location map, a statement of intentions, and signage details when applicable.
- Do I need a notary for the Area Variance Referral Package?
- No. The document does not require notarization; the applicant signs and dates the environmental assessment, and other listed forms require signatures without specifying a notary.
- How do I submit the Area Variance Referral Package?
- Return the materials to the Code Enforcement Officer at least 14 days before the Board meeting. The package lists the Town of Volney address and states that a public hearing fee and sign deposit are required.
Need something notarized?
This Area Variance Referral Package doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Volney form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.