Chambersburg, PA · Franklin County
Zoning Hearing Board Notice of Appeal
Property owners, agents, and other appellants use this notice to request Zoning Hearing Board review of a zoning decision or seek specified relief.
What this form is
This notice lets an appellant describe the property, identify the zoning action or relief requested, explain the grounds for appeal, and state whether a prior appeal was filed. It also includes guidance and a hearing checklist for supporting materials. The document directs applicants to file with the Board; it does not state a current filing fee or submission address.
Who needs it
A property owner, agent, or other appellant seeking Board review of a Zoning Enforcement Officer’s action or requesting a variance or special exception should complete this notice.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details. The document includes a resolution listing a $250 fee effective November 1, 2007, which may not reflect the current fee.
About notarization
This appeal notice is signed and dated without a notary; separate letters or petitions offered as evidence should include acknowledgments before a notary public.
How to submit this form
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Download The Appeal Notice
Download the Zoning Hearing Board Notice of Appeal PDF.
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Complete The Notice
Describe the appellant, property, zoning action or requested relief, appeal grounds, and any previous appeal.
- 3
Gather Supporting Materials
The document notes a property plan and suggests a deed or tax bill, survey or diagrams, photographs, and supporting witnesses.
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Submit To The Board
File with the Board. Check the city website for current submission details.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Zoning Hearing Board Notice of Appeal?
- It is a form for describing an appeal, the affected property, the action or relief requested, and the reasons supporting the request.
- Who uses this appeal form?
- Property owners, agents, or other appellants may use it to seek Board review of a Zoning Enforcement Officer’s action or request a variance or special exception.
- Do I need a notary for the Zoning Hearing Board Notice of Appeal?
- No. The appeal notice is signed and dated without a notary. Separate letters or petitions offered as evidence should include acknowledgments before a notary public.
- How do I submit the Zoning Hearing Board Notice of Appeal?
- The document says to file with the Board but gives no submission address or method. Check the city website for current contact details.