Franklin, PA · Cambria County

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Zoning Hearing Application

Property owners and applicants use this application to describe a zoning hearing request and provide information about the property and proposed action.

What this form is

This application is for zoning hearing requests involving a special exception, appeal, challenge, variance, or another matter described in a narrative. It asks for property and contact details, zoning and use information, the request type, and supporting documents, with space to explain the request. The form includes a certification for the signer and a date field.

Who needs it

A property owner or applicant seeking a zoning hearing for a special exception, appeal, challenge, variance, or other described request can complete this application.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This application has no notary block, so the signer signs and dates it; no sworn or notarized attachment is listed.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Zoning Hearing Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Enter the property and contact details, identify the request type, and describe the request.

  3. 3

    Gather Supporting Documents

    Include any supporting documents relevant to the request, such as a plot plan, photographs, drawings, survey, or statements.

  4. 4

    Submit To The City

    Submit the application to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Zoning Hearing Application for?
It lets an applicant describe a zoning hearing request, such as a special exception, appeal, challenge, variance, or other matter, and provide property details.
Who fills out this application?
A property owner or applicant seeking a zoning hearing can provide the property, contact, request, and supporting-document information requested on the form.
Do I need a notary for the Zoning Hearing Application?
No. The application has no notary block; the signer signs and dates it. The form does not list a sworn or notarized attachment.
How do I submit the Zoning Hearing Application?
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

This Zoning Hearing Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Franklin form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.