Jefferson, OH · Ashtabula County

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Application for Variance – Board of Zoning Appeals

Property owners seeking a zoning variance in Jefferson use this application to describe the property, requested variance, and reasons for their request.

What this form is

This application is for a person seeking a variance from the Village of Jefferson’s Board of Zoning Appeals. It asks for applicant and property details, a description of the variance, and written justification addressing three listed criteria. The application says to attach plans drawn to scale showing the lot, buildings, proposed work, and natural or topographic aspects.

Who needs it

A property owner or other applicant seeking a variance from the Village of Jefferson’s Board of Zoning Appeals needs this application.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This application is signed without a notary; the applicant signs and dates it, and the form mentions no notarized or sworn attachment.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Application for Variance – Board of Zoning Appeals.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Provide applicant and property details, describe the variance, and prepare the written justification requested on the form.

  3. 3

    Gather The Attachments

    Attach the required plans drawn to scale and the justification comments on a separate sheet.

  4. 4

    Sign And Date

    Sign and date the application to certify that the information and supplements are true and correct.

  5. 5

    Submit The Application

    Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Jefferson variance application ask for?
It asks for applicant and property details, the nature of the variance, and written justification addressing three criteria listed on the form.
What attachments does the variance application require?
The form says to include plans drawn to scale showing the lot, existing and proposed buildings or alterations, and natural or topographic aspects of the lot. It also asks for justification comments on a separate sheet.
Do I need a notary for the Jefferson variance application?
No. The application asks the applicant to sign and date it; it does not mention a notarized or sworn attachment.
How do I submit the Jefferson variance application?
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

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