Bethel, NY · Sullivan County
Planning Board Application
The Town of Bethel Planning Board Application requests review of a subdivision, site plan, special use permit, lot improvement, or other proposal from property owners or their authorized representatives.
- 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 application to request Town of Bethel Planning Board review of a land-use proposal, including a subdivision, site plan, special use permit, lot improvement, license renewal, or other purpose. The packet also includes a checklist, an Owner’s Proxy authorizing someone to apply for the owner, and a General Municipal Law 809 disclosure form. The town asks applicants to submit complete materials at least ten business days before a scheduled meeting, with required copies, supporting documents, and fees.
Who needs it
Property owners or their authorized representatives seeking Planning Board review of a subdivision, site plan, special use permit, lot improvement, license renewal, or other proposal need this application.
Why it needs a notary
The Owner’s Proxy contains a jurat with “Sworn to before me”; the property owner signing the proxy must swear or affirm and sign before a notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Get the Town of Bethel Planning Board Application and review the instructions, checklist, Owner’s Proxy, and disclosure form.
- 2
Complete The Forms
Fill in the application and any applicable Owner’s Proxy and disclosure details. Gather the required plans, assessment, cover letter, copies, and fees.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary for the Owner’s Proxy jurat.
- 4
Sign On Video
The property owner signs and swears or affirms the Owner’s Proxy during the online notary session.
- 5
Submit To The Town
Submit the complete packet to the Planning Board Clerk at least ten business days before the scheduled meeting, following the town’s copy and delivery instructions.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Bethel. 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 notarize the Owner’s Proxy?
- The owner signs and swears or affirms the Owner’s Proxy before a commissioned online notary. The form includes a jurat labeled “Sworn to before me.”
- Do I need to notarize the entire application?
- The notary block appears on the Owner’s Proxy within the application packet. The form does not show a notary block for the main application signature.
- What should I submit with the application?
- The instructions call for ten copies of the application materials, a completed checklist, an environmental assessment, a cover letter, a PDF emailed to the Planning and Zoning contact, and application and escrow fees.
- Can I sign the Owner’s Proxy with an online notary?
- New York authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary under Executive Law §135-c. Confirm with the city, town or village if unsure whether it will accept a remotely notarized proxy.
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