Valdese, NC · Burke County
Application for a Variance
Property owners and authorized agents use this application to request a variance from the Valdese Board of Adjustment.
What this form is
The application requests a variance and asks for the property location, ownership and applicant details, zoning district, and purpose of the request. Applicants must address the applicable variance review criteria and attach evidence of their legal interest in the property; an agent must include owner authorization. Submit complete applications to the Planning Department by the stated monthly cutoff for consideration by the Planning Board.
Who needs it
Property owners seeking a variance, or agents applying with the property owner's authorization, use this application.
How to submit it
Submit the application to the Planning Department by 5:00 p.m. on the last regular working day of the month before the meeting. The form says only complete applications will be accepted.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Application for a Variance PDF.
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Complete The Application
Provide the property, owner, applicant, zoning district, and requested action information, and address applicable review criteria.
- 3
Gather Required Materials
Attach evidence of legal interest in the property and owner authorization if an agent submits. Provide 10 copies of materials larger than 11 by 17 inches.
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Submit To The Planning Department
Submit a complete application by 5:00 p.m. on the last regular working day of the month before the meeting.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Valdese variance application?
- No. This document is signed without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it.
- Who can apply for a variance?
- The property owner may apply. If someone other than the owner submits the application, the form requires proper authorization from the property owner.
- What materials must accompany the application?
- Attach a copy of the most recent deed, purchase contract, or other legal interest demonstrating an interest in the property. The form also requires 10 copies of application materials larger than 11 by 17 inches.
- How do I submit the Valdese variance application?
- Submit it to the Planning Department by 5:00 p.m. on the last regular working day of the month before the meeting. Only complete applications will be accepted.