Smithville, OH · Wayne County
Request for Variance
Property owners or authorized agents submit this application to the Smithville Planning Commission to request review and approval of a zoning variance.
What this form is
This application asks the Smithville Planning Commission to review and approve a variance request. It collects property, owner or agent, contact, current and proposed use, lot, setback, and project details, and includes space for the commission’s decision and conditions. The form states that plans are required and directs applicants to read the referenced ordinance text for additional requirements before submitting.
Who needs it
A property owner or authorized agent seeking a zoning variance from the Smithville Planning Commission should complete and submit this application.
How to submit it
Submit the application to the Planning Commission at PO Box 517, Smithville, Ohio 44677-0517. The form lists the Zoning Administrator’s phone number as 330-669-2311.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; an authorized agent must provide a copy of the owner's authorization instrument, with no notarization stated.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Request for Variance PDF.
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Complete the Application
Provide the property, owner or agent, contact, lot, setback, and project information requested.
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Gather Required Materials
Include the required plans; an authorized agent must also provide a copy of the owner's authorization instrument.
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Submit to the Planning Commission
Mail the application to PO Box 517, Smithville, Ohio 44677-0517.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Request for Variance application ask for?
- It asks for property and contact details, current and proposed uses, lot dimensions, setbacks, and a description of the project for which the variance is requested.
- Do I need a notary for the Request for Variance?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. An authorized agent must provide a copy of the owner's authorization instrument; the form does not state that it must be notarized.
- How do I submit the Request for Variance?
- The form says the application is submitted to the Planning Commission. It lists the mailing address as PO Box 517, Smithville, Ohio 44677-0517.
- What else does the application require?
- The form states that plans are required and advises applicants to read the referenced ordinance text for additional application requirements. It also notes that some projects require permits through the Wayne County Building Department.