What is the Zoning Board of Adjustment application packet for?

It lets a property owner or agent ask the board to consider a zoning appeal, variance, ordinance interpretation, or reconstruction of a nonconforming use.

What information does the application ask for?

It asks for owner and agent information, property details, present and proposed uses, a description of the request, and reasons the board should approve it.

Do I need a notary for this application?

No. The property owner signs and dates the application without a notary; the packet identifies no sworn or notarized attachment.

Texarkana, TX · Bowie County

No notary required

Zoning Board of Adjustment Application Packet

Property owners or agents use this application packet to ask Texarkana’s Zoning Board of Adjustment to consider a zoning appeal, variance, or other listed request.

What this form is

The packet lets a property owner or agent describe a request to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, including a zoning appeal, variance, ordinance interpretation, or reconstruction of a nonconforming use. It asks for owner and agent details, the property address and legal description, current and proposed uses, and reasons for the request. The packet lists a $150 application fee and refers applicants to the city’s schedule for filing deadlines.

Who needs it

A property owner or agent seeking a zoning appeal, variance, ordinance interpretation, or permission to reconstruct a nonconforming use should complete the 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

The property owner signs and dates this application without a notary; the packet identifies no sworn or notarized attachment.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Packet
Download the Zoning Board of Adjustment application packet.
2
Complete The Application
Provide the owner and agent details, property information, requested action, and reasons for the request.
3
Gather Attachments
The packet does not identify a required attachment.
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

What is the Zoning Board of Adjustment application packet for?: It lets a property owner or agent ask the board to consider a zoning appeal, variance, ordinance interpretation, or reconstruction of a nonconforming use.
What information does the application ask for?: It asks for owner and agent information, property details, present and proposed uses, a description of the request, and reasons the board should approve it.
Do I need a notary for this application?: No. The property owner signs and dates the application without a notary; the packet identifies no sworn or notarized attachment.
How do I submit the application?: Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

This Zoning Board of Adjustment Application Packet doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.