West Mifflin, PA · Allegheny County
Zoning Hearing Board Application or Appeal
This application asks the Borough of West Mifflin Zoning Hearing Board to review a zoning request or appeal, and must be filed by the property owner, an authorized agent, or another eligible 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 form to apply for a zoning hearing board decision, including a variance or special exception, or to appeal a determination identified on the application. The borough requires six copies of the completed application and supporting documents, and states that the original must be notarized. Include the applicable property information, supporting materials, and any required owner authorization when an agent applies.
Who needs it
Property owners, authorized agents, aggrieved persons, or municipal officers or agencies seeking a zoning hearing board decision or appeal in West Mifflin must complete this application.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes an Affidavit of Verification with a notary acknowledgment; the applicant signs the sworn statement, and an agent must also submit the owner's signed, notarized authorization.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the West Mifflin Zoning Hearing Board Application or Appeal form and review its instructions.
- 2
Complete the Form
Fill in applicant and property details, select the application type, and gather the listed supporting documents.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote video appointment with a commissioned online notary for the Affidavit of Verification.
- 4
Sign on Video
Follow the notary's instructions and sign the affidavit during the online session.
- 5
Submit to the Borough
Provide the notarized original, five additional copies, supporting documents, and the applicable fee to the borough.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from West Mifflin. 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 hearing application notarized?
- Complete the application, then book a video appointment with a commissioned online notary. Sign the Affidavit of Verification when instructed during the session, and submit the original notarized form with the required copies and supporting documents.
- Do I need to notarize the original application?
- Yes. The form expressly says the original must be notarized and includes an Affidavit of Verification with a notary acknowledgment. If applying as an agent, the owner's signed and notarized authorization is also required.
- Can I use an online notary for this form?
- Pennsylvania law authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary under 57 Pa.C.S. §306.1. Acceptance can depend on the receiving office, so confirm with the city, borough or township if unsure.
- What should I submit with my application?
- The form requests six copies of the application and supporting documents, including a property survey, a copy of the action being appealed if applicable, and a statement of argument or justification. It also lists an application fee.
Zoning Hearing Board Application or Appeal in other Allegheny County cities
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