Reading, OH · Hamilton County
Zoning Board of Appeals Application
Property owners or applicants use this application to request a zoning variance and explain how the project relates to the appeal criteria.
What this form is
The application requests an appeal of specified zoning code sections and asks the applicant to describe the proposed work, code compliance, and how the project addresses five appeal criteria. It also asks for property and applicant information and lists plans, names and addresses of abutting property owners, and a payment as submission checklist items. The document does not state when the city requires an application.
Who needs it
An applicant seeking a zoning variance for property in Reading should complete this application and provide the listed supporting materials.
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 document is signed and dated without a notary; the signer attests that the statements are true, but no separate notarized attachment or step is listed.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the fillable Zoning Board of Appeals Application.
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Complete The Application
Enter the property and applicant details, describe the appeal and proposed work, and answer each appeal-criteria question.
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Gather The Listed Materials
Prepare the scaled plans and abutting-property owner information listed on the checklist, along with payment.
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Submit To The City
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Zoning Board of Appeals Application request?
- It requests an appeal of zoning code sections and asks for project details and responses to five criteria related to the requested variance.
- What materials does the application list?
- The checklist calls for plans drawn to scale, names and addresses of all abutting property owners, and payment by cash, check, or credit card. It lists a 3.5% credit card fee.
- Do I need a notary for the Zoning Board of Appeals Application?
- No. The document is signed and dated without a notary; the signer attests that the statements are true, and no separate notarized attachment or step is listed.
- How do I submit the Zoning Board of Appeals Application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.