Bedford, OH · Cuyahoga County
Board of Zoning Appeals Application
This application asks the Bedford Board of Zoning Appeals to consider an appeal, variance, or other listed zoning matter and is filed with the Building Commissioner by the applicant.
- 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
Applicants provide property, ownership, present-use, and appeal information, explain relevant special conditions and hardship when applicable, and include the required sketch and plot plan. The form directs applicants to file eight copies with the Building Commissioner, pay a $75 fee, and submit at least seven weeks before a meeting. The applicant attests that the statements are true and correct by signing before a notary.
Who needs it
An applicant seeking Board of Zoning Appeals consideration for a zoning appeal, variance, interpretation, temporary use, or administrative review uses this form.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes a jurat stating the application was signed and sworn before a notary public; the applicant signs and swears to the statements before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Get the Bedford Board of Zoning Appeals application and review its filing instructions.
- 2
Complete The Form
Enter applicant and property details, explain the appeal, and prepare the requested sketch and plot plan.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange a remote appointment with a commissioned online notary for the application’s sworn signature.
- 4
Sign On Video
Sign and swear to the application statements during the online notarization; the notary completes the jurat.
- 5
Submit To The City
File eight copies with the Bedford Building Commissioner at least seven weeks before a meeting and pay the listed fee.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Bedford. 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 complete the notarized part of this application?
- Complete the application, then sign and swear to its statements before a notary. The form has a jurat for the notary to complete with the date, location, commission expiration, and seal.
- Do I need to file supporting plans with the application?
- Yes. The form requests a sketch of conditions pertinent to the appeal and a plot plan showing buildings and relevant conditions on the property and adjoining properties.
- Can I use a commissioned online notary?
- Ohio has authorized online notarization since 2019. A commissioned online notary can notarize the sworn signature by video; confirm with the city or village if unsure.
- How many copies should I submit, and when?
- The form instructs applicants to file eight copies with the Building Commissioner at least seven weeks before a meeting. It also lists a $75 fee.
Other forms in Bedford
Board of Zoning Appeals Application in other Ohio cities
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