Bethlehem, PA · Lehigh County
Code Board of Appeals Application for Appeal
Property owners or applicants use this application to appeal a decision involving the Act or Uniform Construction Code to Bethlehem’s Code Board of Appeals.
What this form is
The application lets an owner or applicant explain why they are appealing, identify the sections of the Act involved, and describe the remedy sought. It lists possible reasons for an appeal, including incorrect interpretation, inapplicable provisions, equivalent construction, or an extension of time. The form instructs applicants to submit a $100 fee and the original application plus six copies.
Who needs it
A property owner or applicant seeking an appeal before Bethlehem’s Code Board of Appeals can use 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 is signed without a notary; it asks the applicant to sign and date the appeal, with no notarized or sworn attachment mentioned.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Code Board of Appeals Application for Appeal.
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Complete the Application
Enter the property and contact details, select a reason for appeal, and describe the sections and remedy sought.
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Sign and Date
Sign and date the application.
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Prepare Copies and Fee
Prepare the $100 fee and the original application plus six copies.
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Submit to the City
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Code Board of Appeals application ask for?
- It asks for the property and contact details, the reason for appeal, the sections of the Act being appealed, a brief description of the remedy sought, and the applicant’s signature and date.
- How do I submit the Code Board of Appeals application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
- Do I need a notary for the Code Board of Appeals application?
- No. The application is signed without a notary; it asks the applicant to sign and date the appeal, with no notarized or sworn attachment mentioned.
- What fee and copies does the application require?
- The form instructs applicants to submit a $100 fee and the original application plus six copies.
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This Code Board of Appeals Application for Appeal doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Bethlehem form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.