Franklin Park, PA · Allegheny County
Zoning Hearing Board Application
Franklin Park property owners and applicants use this application to request a zoning appeal, variance, or other review by the Zoning Hearing Board.
What this form is
Use this application to request a variance, appeal a zoning officer or borough engineer determination, challenge the zoning ordinance, or file another listed appeal. The form asks for applicant and property details, the provisions being appealed, and the type of appeal. A complete submission includes a narrative, a site plan or survey and other relevant information, and names and addresses of property owners within 200 feet; fees are listed on the form.
Who needs it
Applicants seeking a zoning variance, ordinance challenge, or other listed appeal involving property in Franklin Park Borough need this application.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details. The form lists four copies of a site plan or survey and other relevant information, a narrative, nearby owners’ names and addresses, and fees of $1,000 for residential or $1,250 for business or non-residential use, plus any transcript cost.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the applicant certifies the information is true and correct and attaches the required narrative and property-owner list.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Zoning Hearing Board Application PDF.
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Complete The Form
Enter applicant and property information, identify the zoning provisions appealed, and select the type of appeal.
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Gather Required Attachments
Include a narrative, four copies of the site plan or survey and other relevant information, and names and addresses of owners within 200 feet.
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Submit To The Borough
Submit the completed application and attachments to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Zoning Hearing Board Application for?
- It is used to request a variance, appeal a zoning-related determination, challenge the zoning ordinance, or file another listed appeal in Franklin Park Borough.
- What must accompany the application?
- The form requires four copies of a site plan or survey and other relevant information, a narrative, and names and addresses of property owners within 200 feet.
- Do I need a notary for the Zoning Hearing Board Application?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. The applicant certifies the information is true and correct and attaches the required narrative and property-owner list.
- How do I submit the Zoning Hearing Board Application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details. Include the required attachments and applicable fee listed on the form.
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This Zoning Hearing Board Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Franklin Park form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.