Gambier, OH · Knox County
Application for Variance to the Village Zoning Ordinance
Property owners and applicants use this application to request a use variance, area variance, or both from Gambier’s zoning ordinance.
What this form is
File this application when you are requesting permission to use property or construct or place structures in a way that deviates from Gambier’s zoning ordinance. It asks for applicant and property details, the type of variance requested, and a specific explanation of what you want to do and why you need the variance. The form also explains the hearing and filing requirements.
Who needs it
A property owner or other applicant seeking a use variance, area variance, or both from the Village of Gambier’s zoning ordinance needs this application.
How to submit it
Complete and file the application with the Zoning Inspector, Village Administrator, or Clerk/Treasurer Assistant, along with the $50 filing fee. You or your designee must appear and give testimony at a Village Council hearing.
About notarization
This application does not require a notary; the applicant signs and affirms under penalty of perjury that the information is true and complete.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Gambier Application for Variance to the Village Zoning Ordinance PDF.
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Complete The Application
Provide applicant and property details, select the variance type, explain your request, and sign the last page.
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Prepare The Filing Fee
Include the required $50 filing fee with your application.
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File With The Village
File with the Zoning Inspector, Village Administrator, or Clerk/Treasurer Assistant; you or your designee must appear at the hearing and give testimony.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Gambier variance application request?
- It requests a use variance, an area variance, or both, and asks for applicant and property information plus an explanation of the proposed activity and need for a variance.
- Do I need a notary for the Gambier variance application?
- No. The applicant signs and affirms under penalty of perjury that the information is true and complete; the form has no notary block.
- How do I submit the Gambier variance application?
- File the completed application with the Zoning Inspector, Village Administrator, or Clerk/Treasurer Assistant, and include the $50 filing fee. You or your designee must attend the hearing and give testimony.
- What information does the variance application ask for?
- It asks for applicant contact details, the property address and parcel number, ownership or purchase status, the variance type, and a specific explanation of what you want to do and why.
