Delaware, NY · Sullivan County
Zoning Board of Appeals Variance or Reversal Application
This application asks the Town of Delaware Zoning Board of Appeals to consider a property-related variance or reversal request from an eligible applicant.
- 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
The application lets an eligible person ask the Zoning Board of Appeals for an area or use variance, or to reverse a Building Inspector’s decision. The Town requires a complete application and the listed supporting documents, including the deed, marked tax map, and scaled drawing or survey; applicable items such as a disapproval notice or Environmental Assessment Form must also be included. The application will not be placed on the agenda until required information is submitted.
Who needs it
A person aggrieved by a Building Inspector’s decision who seeks a variance or reversal from the Town of Delaware Zoning Board of Appeals may use this application.
Why it needs a notary
The applicant signs the application’s sworn statement before a notary, who completes the “Sworn to before me” block and identifies themself as a Notary Public.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the Town of Delaware Zoning Board of Appeals packet and review its instructions and documentation checklist.
- 2
Fill Out the Form
Complete the applicant, property, relief-request, appeal, and documentation sections. Gather the supporting materials listed in the packet.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary for the application’s sworn statement.
- 4
Sign on Video
Show your identification and sign the sworn statement during the online notary session.
- 5
Submit to the Town
Submit the notarized application, required documents, and fee to the Town of Delaware Zoning Board of Appeals.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Delaware. 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 Zoning Board application notarized online?
- Complete the application first, then book with a commissioned online notary. Sign the sworn statement during the video session and submit the completed packet and required documents to the Town.
- Do I need to submit supporting documents with this application?
- Yes. The packet lists a deed, a tax map with the property outlined, and a scaled drawing or survey. A disapproval notice and Environmental Assessment Form are listed when applicable.
- Can a commissioned online notary notarize my application?
- New York authorizes its own notaries to perform remote online notarizations under Executive Law §135-c. A commissioned online notary can notarize your sworn statement in an online session.
- Where do I submit the completed application?
- Submit the complete application and required supporting information to the Town of Delaware Zoning Board of Appeals at the address provided in the packet. Confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.