Geneva-on-the-Lake, OH · Ashtabula County

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Appeal to Board of Zoning Appeals

This form lets an applicant appeal a Zoning Inspector decision to the Village of Geneva-on-the-Lake Board of Zoning Appeals.

What this form is

Use this form to appeal a decision made by the Zoning Inspector, including an area variance, use variance, violation, or other zoning appeal. The form says to submit it within 20 days of the denial, with the appeal filing fee and a copy of the denial. It asks for applicant and project details, reasons for the appeal, and answers to questions about the requested variance.

Who needs it

An applicant seeking review of a Zoning Inspector decision by the Village of Geneva-on-the-Lake Board of Zoning Appeals needs this form.

How to submit it

Submit the completed form to the Village Administrative Assistant at Village Hall within 20 days of the zoning denial, with the appeal filing fee; checks should be payable to the Village of Geneva on the Lake.

About notarization

This appeal is signed and dated without a notary; the form lists no sworn attachment or notarized related step, so the applicant just signs and dates it.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download the Appeal Form

    Download the Board of Zoning Appeals appeal form.

  2. 2

    Complete Every Question

    Enter applicant and project information, explain the appeal, and answer all questions that apply.

  3. 3

    Gather the Required Attachment

    Attach a copy of the Zoning Inspector's denial and include the appeal filing fee.

  4. 4

    Submit to the Village

    Submit the form to the Village Administrative Assistant at Village Hall within 20 days of the denial.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Board of Zoning Appeals appeal form for?
It allows an applicant to appeal a decision made by the Zoning Inspector, including an area variance, use variance, violation, or other zoning appeal.
When should I submit the appeal?
The form says an appeal must be submitted within 20 days from the date of the Zoning Inspector's denial, along with the appeal filing fee.
How do I submit the Board of Zoning Appeals appeal?
Submit the completed form to the Village Administrative Assistant at Village Hall within the stated period, with the filing fee and a copy of the zoning denial.
Do I need a notary for the Board of Zoning Appeals appeal?
No. The applicant signs and dates the form; it lists no sworn attachment or notarized related step.

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