What requests can I make with the Board of Zoning Appeals application?

The application lists area variance, non-conforming use, use variance, and appeal as request options.

What should I include with the application?

The form requires three sets of paper plans and PDF or digital plans. Area variance and use variance applications also require narratives addressing the applicable criteria.

Do I need a notary for the Board of Zoning Appeals application?

No. The application and supplemental information call for signatures and dates, but no notarization. The form does not identify any notarized attachment.

How do I submit the Board of Zoning Appeals application?

The form gives a deadline of three weeks before the meeting by 1 p.m. It lists three sets of paper plans and says PDF or digital plans may be emailed to building@morelandhills.com.

Moreland Hills, OH · Cuyahoga County

No notary required

Board of Zoning Appeals Application

Property owners or representatives use this application to request a Moreland Hills Board of Zoning Appeals hearing for a variance, non-conforming use, or appeal.

What this form is

This application requests a hearing before the Moreland Hills Board of Zoning Appeals for an area variance, use variance, non-conforming use, or appeal. It asks for the property address, zoning district, owner and hearing representative details, and a description of the request. Applicants must provide paper and digital plans; area and use variance requests require narratives addressing the applicable criteria.

Who needs it

Property owners or their representatives seeking a Board of Zoning Appeals hearing for a listed zoning request should complete the application.

How to submit it

The form lists a $250 application fee and a submission deadline three weeks before the meeting by 1 p.m. It requires three sets of paper plans and PDF or digital plans, which may be emailed to [email protected].

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the form requires signatures for the application and supplemental information, but does not call for a notarized attachment.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Board of Zoning Appeals application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Enter the site address, zoning district, owner and representative details, request type, and description; sign and date the required sections.
3
Gather Plans And Narratives
Provide three sets of paper plans and PDF or digital plans. Include the required narrative for an area or use variance request.
4
Submit The Application
Meet the form's deadline of three weeks before the meeting by 1 p.m.; email PDF or digital plans to [email protected].

Frequently asked questions

What requests can I make with the Board of Zoning Appeals application?: The application lists area variance, non-conforming use, use variance, and appeal as request options.
What should I include with the application?: The form requires three sets of paper plans and PDF or digital plans. Area variance and use variance applications also require narratives addressing the applicable criteria.
Do I need a notary for the Board of Zoning Appeals application?: No. The application and supplemental information call for signatures and dates, but no notarization. The form does not identify any notarized attachment.
How do I submit the Board of Zoning Appeals application?: The form gives a deadline of three weeks before the meeting by 1 p.m. It lists three sets of paper plans and says PDF or digital plans may be emailed to [email protected].

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