What does the Zoning Hearing Board application cover?

The application is for an appeal, variance, special exception, challenge to the validity of the zoning ordinance, or another matter. It requests applicant and property details and the type of appeal.

What must accompany a complete application?

The form lists the completed application, eight copies of the site plan or survey or proposed construction plans, a narrative, and a fee of $250 for residential applications or $500 for non-residential applications.

How do I submit the Zoning Hearing Board application?

The form lists the required application materials but does not give submission instructions. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Plum, PA · Allegheny County

No notary required

Application to the Zoning Hearing Board

Applicants use this form to request a zoning appeal, variance, special exception, ordinance validity challenge, or other review from Plum’s Zoning Hearing Board.

What this form is

This application requests review by Plum’s Zoning Hearing Board for an appeal, variance, special exception, challenge to the zoning ordinance, or other matter. It asks for applicant and property details, the ordinance provisions involved, and the type of appeal. Applicants must attach a narrative explaining the grounds and reasons for the request; variance applications also address specified findings. A complete application requires eight copies of plans or a survey and the applicable fee.

Who needs it

A person seeking a Zoning Hearing Board appeal, variance, special exception, ordinance validity challenge, or other zoning review in Plum should complete this application.

How to submit it

The form says a complete application includes the completed application, eight copies of a site plan, survey, or proposed construction plans, and a narrative. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the signer certifies the information is true and correct, and no notarized attachment is listed.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Zoning Hearing Board application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Provide applicant and property details, identify the ordinance provisions and type of appeal, and sign and date the certification.
3
Gather Required Materials
Attach a narrative and eight copies of a site plan, survey, or proposed construction plans; include the applicable fee.
4
Submit The Application
Submit the completed application and required materials to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Zoning Hearing Board application cover?: The application is for an appeal, variance, special exception, challenge to the validity of the zoning ordinance, or another matter. It requests applicant and property details and the type of appeal.
What must accompany a complete application?: The form lists the completed application, eight copies of the site plan or survey or proposed construction plans, a narrative, and a fee of $250 for residential applications or $500 for non-residential applications.
Do I need a notary for the Zoning Hearing Board application?: No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. The signer certifies the information is true and correct, and the form does not list a notarized attachment.
How do I submit the Zoning Hearing Board application?: The form lists the required application materials but does not give submission instructions. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

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