Who can use this form?

An applicant challenging the validity of a State College Borough zoning or sign ordinance can use the form to identify the ordinance sections and explain the challenge.

Do I need a notary for the Substantive Validity Challenge form?

No. The form calls for the applicant’s signature and date, not notarization. It asks for supporting documentation but does not identify any attachment as sworn or notarized.

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Substantive Validity Challenge

This form lets an applicant challenge the validity of a State College Borough land use ordinance before the Zoning Hearing Board.

What this form is

Applicants use this form to describe a challenge to the validity of the State College Borough Zoning Ordinance or Sign Ordinance. It asks for the applicant’s contact information, the ordinance and sections being challenged, and an explanation of the challenge. The form also lists supporting materials applicants may attach, including narratives, plans, maps, and images.

Who needs it

An applicant seeking to challenge the validity of a State College Borough zoning or sign ordinance can use this form.

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 document is signed and dated without a notary; the form asks for supporting documentation but does not identify any attachment as sworn or notarized.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Form
Download the Substantive Validity Challenge PDF.
2
Complete The Form
Enter your contact information, identify the ordinance and sections challenged, and explain the challenge.
3
Gather Supporting Materials
Attach relevant narratives, plans, maps, images, or other materials that explain the challenge.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the completed form to the city department named on it; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Substantive Validity Challenge form for?: It lets an applicant explain a challenge to the validity of the State College Borough Zoning Ordinance or Sign Ordinance for the Zoning Hearing Board.
Who can use this form?: An applicant challenging the validity of a State College Borough zoning or sign ordinance can use the form to identify the ordinance sections and explain the challenge.
Do I need a notary for the Substantive Validity Challenge form?: No. The form calls for the applicant’s signature and date, not notarization. It asks for supporting documentation but does not identify any attachment as sworn or notarized.
How do I submit the Substantive Validity Challenge form?: Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

This Substantive Validity Challenge doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another State College form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.