Chalfont, PA · Bucks County
Zoning Hearing Board Application
Chalfont property owners and applicants use this application to request zoning relief, challenge an ordinance or map, or appeal a Zoning Officer’s action.
What this form is
Use this application to request a special exception or variance, challenge the validity of a zoning ordinance or map, appeal a Zoning Officer’s action, or request a unified appeal. It asks for owner and applicant details, the property location and proposed improvement, and information supporting the selected request. Attach a lot plan showing existing and proposed improvements.
Who needs it
Property owners or applicants seeking a special exception, variance, ordinance or map challenge, or appeal of a Zoning Officer’s action use this application.
How to submit it
Submit ten copies of the application, including all plans and drawings, to the Zoning Officer with the required fees and escrow. Special exception applications require eight additional copies.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the form does not identify any notarized or sworn attachment.
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 Application
Fill in the property and applicant details and complete the sections that apply to your request.
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Gather Plans And Drawings
Attach a lot plan showing existing and proposed improvements, along with all plans and drawings.
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Submit To The Zoning Officer
Submit ten copies with required fees and escrow; special exception applications require eight additional copies.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Zoning Hearing Board Application used for?
- Use it to request a special exception or variance, challenge a zoning ordinance or map, appeal a Zoning Officer’s action, or request a unified appeal.
- What should I attach to the application?
- The form asks applicants to attach a lot plan showing existing and proposed improvements. It also requires copies of all plans and drawings.
- Do I need a notary for the Zoning Hearing Board Application?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary, and it does not identify any notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the Zoning Hearing Board Application?
- Submit ten copies, including all plans and drawings, to the Zoning Officer with required fees and escrow. Special exception applications require eight additional copies.
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This Zoning Hearing Board Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Chalfont form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.