New Freedom, PA · York County

No notary required

Application for Zoning Permit

New Freedom Borough property owners or their authorized agents use this application to request zoning approval for a proposed project or change of use.

What this form is

The application requests zoning approval for work such as accessory buildings, demolition, repairs, decks, patios, and changes of use. It asks for owner and contractor details, project information, dimensions, setbacks, estimated construction cost, and dates. Applicants must include two sets of drawings and a lot sketch; excavation also requires a sedimentation and erosion control plan.

Who needs it

A property owner or authorized agent proposing construction, demolition, repairs, a change of use, or other listed work in New Freedom Borough needs 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 and dated without a notary; the form requires the owner’s signature and does not identify any notarized or sworn attachment.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download the Application

    Download the Application for Zoning Permit for a proposed project in New Freedom Borough.

  2. 2

    Complete the Application

    Provide owner and contractor details, project information, dimensions, setbacks, estimated cost, and dates; sign and date the application.

  3. 3

    Gather Required Attachments

    Attach two sets of drawings and a lot sketch; include a sedimentation and erosion control plan if excavation is required.

  4. 4

    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

Do I need a notary for the Application for Zoning Permit?
No. The application has no notary block and requires the owner’s signature and date. The form does not identify any notarized or sworn attachment.
How do I submit the zoning permit application?
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
What attachments does the application require?
Include two sets of drawings verifying compliance with the borough zoning ordinance and a lot sketch showing dimensions, setbacks, existing and proposed structures, utility easements, and rights of way. Excavation requires a sedimentation and erosion control plan.
What project information does the form request?
It asks for owner and contractor information, the site address, work type, proposed use, zoning district, setbacks, structure and coverage areas, construction cost, and estimated start and completion dates.

Need something notarized?

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