Torrey, NY · Yates County
Area Variance Application
The Area Variance Application is used by property owners or applicants seeking Town of Torrey Zoning Board of Appeals review of a requested departure from zoning bulk regulations.
- 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 ask the Town of Torrey Zoning Board of Appeals for an area variance from the town’s bulk regulations. The form requests property and applicant details, a description and justification for the variance, and supporting documents such as a building permit application, property sketch, and tax map. The instructions say to return the original and nine copies to the Town Clerk.
Who needs it
Applicants seeking an area variance for property in Torrey must complete the form; a property owner must also sign if someone else applies.
Why it needs a notary
The form carries a sworn-to jurat; the applicant signs the affirmation before a notary, and the property owner also signs before the notary if different.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the Town of Torrey Area Variance Application and review its instructions and supporting-document list.
- 2
Fill Out the Form
Complete Items 1–8, describe and justify the requested variance, and gather the required attachments.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a video appointment with a commissioned online notary for the sworn-to affirmation.
- 4
Sign on Video
The applicant and, if different, the property owner sign the affirmation during the notary session.
- 5
Submit to the Town
Return the original completed application and nine copies with attachments to the Town Clerk.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Torrey. 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 complete and submit the area variance application?
- Complete Items 1–8, attach the documents listed in the form, and return the original application with nine copies to the Town Clerk. The applicant and, when applicable, property owner must sign the affirmation.
- Do I need to sign the form in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes a sworn-to jurat, so the applicant signs the affirmation before a notary. If the applicant is not the property owner, the owner must also sign.
- Can I notarize the affirmation online?
- New York authorizes its notaries to perform remote online notarizations under Executive Law §135-c, in effect since 2023. You can sign during a video session with a commissioned online notary.
- What supporting documents does the application request?
- The form lists a building permit application signed by the Zoning Officer, a property sketch with specified details, a tax map showing the subject and adjacent properties, and any relevant support letters or other material.
- Who should I contact if I am unsure about filing requirements?
- The form directs applicants to return the application to the Town Clerk. Confirm with the city, town or village if unsure about local submission details.
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