Siler City, NC · Chatham County
Appeal of Administrative Decision Application
This application asks the Siler City Board of Adjustment to review an administrator’s decision and is filed by an applicant appealing that decision.
- 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 Siler City Board of Adjustment to review an administrative decision. The form requests property and applicant details, the decision date, a written notice explaining the appeal grounds, a copy of the property deed, and an $800 application fee. Submit it to the Town Planner at least 20 working days before the next regularly scheduled Board of Adjustment meeting; late applications are heard the month following the next regular meeting.
Who needs it
An applicant seeking Board of Adjustment review of a Siler City administrator’s decision must submit this application with the requested appeal materials.
Why it needs a notary
The form carries a “Sworn to and subscribed before me” jurat after the applicant and property owner signature sections; the signer making the sworn statements appears before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the Appeal of Administrative Decision Application from the Town of Siler City.
- 2
Complete the Form
Enter the property and applicant details, decision date, and written appeal grounds; include the required deed and $800 fee.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange notarization for the sworn statements and confirm with the Town that it will accept the notarization method.
- 4
Sign Before the Notary
Follow the notary’s instructions for appearing and signing the sworn statements.
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Submit to the Town
Deliver the completed application and attachments to the Town Planner at least 20 working days before the next regular meeting.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Siler City. 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 submit a Siler City administrative decision appeal?
- Complete the application, include the decision date, written appeal grounds, property deed, and $800 fee, then submit it to the Town Planner at least 20 working days before the next regular Board of Adjustment meeting.
- Do I need to sign this form in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes a “Sworn to and subscribed before me” jurat. The person signing the sworn statements should appear before a notary and sign as directed.
- Can I use an online notary for this application?
- North Carolina’s own remote electronic notarization program has not launched. Emergency video notarization is different and requires both signer and notary to be in North Carolina. Ask the Town whether it accepts notarization by a commissioned online notary.
- What if I am unsure about the application requirements?
- The form lists the required materials and filing deadline. For questions about submission or whether a particular notarization will be accepted, confirm with the city or town if unsure.