Lumberton, NC · Robeson County

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Flood Hazard Variance Application

Property owners or applicants use this application to request a variance from a requirement of Lumberton’s Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance.

What this form is

The application asks the Board of Adjustment to consider a variance from a flood hazard requirement. It requests applicant and owner contact details, property and tax map information, the proposed use, the zoning district, the requirement involved, and the purpose of the request. Applicants must describe how the listed variance factors apply and attach a site plan and a list of nearby property owners with mailing and tax map details.

Who needs it

An applicant seeking a variance from a requirement of Lumberton’s Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance should complete this application for the Board of Adjustment.

How to submit it

Submit it to the Department of Planning & Neighborhood Services named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the applicant and owner sign and date the application.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Flood Hazard Variance Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Enter applicant and property details, describe the proposed use and requested variance, and address the listed variance factors.

  3. 3

    Gather The Attachments

    Include a development site plan and the required list of property owners within 150 feet, with the details specified on the form.

  4. 4

    Submit To The City

    Submit the signed application and attachments to the Department of Planning & Neighborhood Services named on the form.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Flood Hazard Variance Application request?
It asks the Board of Adjustment to consider a variance from a requirement of Lumberton’s Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance and requests information about the property, proposed use, and reasons for the variance.
What attachments does the application call for?
The form refers applicants to Appendix A of the Land Use Ordinance for a development site plan. It also requires a list of property owners within 150 feet, with current mailing addresses and tax map details.
Do I need a notary for the Flood Hazard Variance Application?
No. This application is signed without a notary; the applicant and owner sign and date it.
How do I submit the Flood Hazard Variance Application?
Submit it to the Department of Planning & Neighborhood Services named on the form. Check the city website for current contact details.

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This Flood Hazard Variance Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Lumberton form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.