Boston Heights, OH · Summit County
Zoning Permit – Use
This application requests a Village of Boston Heights zoning permit for a new use or a change or modification to a property's use, and is filed 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
Use this two-page form to request a zoning certificate for a new use or a change or modification to a property's use in Boston Heights. The applicant provides property, owner, contractor, and proposed-work details and certifies that the information is true and the property will be used as stated. The form also includes a license and permit bond section, with spaces for the principal, surety, and notary, and lists supporting documents that may be required.
Who needs it
A property owner or applicant seeking approval for a new use or a change or modification to a property's use in the Village of Boston Heights should file this application.
Why it needs a notary
The license and permit bond section has a notary block with a county and commission-expiration line; the principal and surety sign before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Download the Village of Boston Heights Zoning Permit – Use form.
- 2
Fill Out the Application
Enter the property, applicant, contractor, and proposed-use information, and complete the bond section if applicable.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange an online notarization for the license and permit bond signatures.
- 4
Sign on Video
The principal and surety sign the bond during the video session with the commissioned online notary.
- 5
Submit to the Village
Submit the completed application, bond, and any required supporting documents to the Village of Boston Heights.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Boston Heights. 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 get the zoning permit bond notarized online?
- Complete the permit and bond details, then book with a commissioned online notary. The principal and surety sign the bond during the online notarization session.
- Do I need to notarize the zoning use permit application?
- The application certification has no notary block. The attached license and permit bond section does have a notary block for the principal and surety.
- What supporting documents does the form list?
- The form lists a license and permit bond, workers compensation certificate, and certificate of liability insurance. It also says an existing Summit County bond may be used by providing a copy to the Village.
- Can I use an online notary for this form?
- Ohio law authorizes online notarization by its own notaries under R.C. §§147.60–147.66. Check that the Village will accept the electronically notarized bond; confirm with the city or village if unsure.