Jacobus, PA · York County
Application for Zoning, Building Permit, or Use and Occupancy
Jacobus Borough’s application is for property owners or authorized representatives requesting zoning, building permit, or use and occupancy review for a project.
What this form is
Use this application to describe a proposed project in Jacobus Borough and identify the property, owner, contractors, and proposed use. It asks for the project’s estimated cost, ownership type, and a detailed description. The form says some listed work must meet exemption requirements or require a building permit application, and that zoning-related work only is covered; work requiring inspections or under UCC requirements is not performed under this application.
Who needs it
Property owners or their authorized representatives should complete this application for proposed zoning, building permit, or use and occupancy work in Jacobus Borough.
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 signer just signs and dates the application.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download the Application
Download the Jacobus Borough zoning, building permit, or use and occupancy application.
- 2
Complete the Application
Fill in applicable property, owner, contractor, proposed-use, estimated-cost, project-description, signature, and date fields.
- 3
Gather the Plot Plan
Include the required plot plan details and, if applicable, the septic-system location and stormwater management plan.
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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 is the Jacobus zoning and building permit application for?
- It collects project, property, owner, contractor, proposed-use, estimated-cost, and project-description details for zoning, building permit, or use and occupancy requests.
- What must I include with the application?
- Include a plot plan showing property lines, existing and proposed structures, labeled distances and dimensions, and septic-system location if applicable. Include a stormwater management plan if applicable.
- Do I need a notary for the Jacobus zoning and building permit application?
- No. This application is signed and dated without a notary; the signer just signs and dates the application.
- How do I submit the Jacobus application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.