Kemah, TX · Galveston County
Variance Application
Property owners or designated representatives use this application to request a variance from a City of Kemah ordinance requirement.
What this form is
The application requests a variance when strict compliance with city ordinance requirements would cause an unnecessary hardship because of circumstances unique to the property. The city requires a completed application and required exhibits, including a $500 fee, to be submitted at least 20 business days before the scheduled meeting. It asks for property, owner and representative details, the ordinance section, supporting materials, and reasons for the request.
Who needs it
A property owner or designated representative seeking a variance from a City of Kemah ordinance requirement must complete and submit this application.
How to submit it
Submit the completed application packet and required exhibits to the Community Development Services Department at the city address or email shown on the form. Submit at least 20 business days before the scheduled meeting and include the $500 application fee.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; it includes a declaration under penalties of perjury, and any required Affidavit of Posting is not identified as notarized.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the City of Kemah Variance Application.
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Complete The Application
Provide the property, owner or representative, ordinance section, and reasons for the variance request; sign and date the application.
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Gather Required Exhibits
Include the listed required exhibits, such as proof of ownership, a sealed survey, a plot or site plan, and a justification letter.
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Submit The Packet
Submit the application packet and $500 fee to the Community Development Services Department at least 20 business days before the scheduled meeting.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Variance Application?
- No. The application has signature and date lines and a declaration under penalties of perjury, but no notary block. A required Affidavit of Posting is not identified as notarized.
- How do I submit the Variance Application?
- Send the completed application packet and required exhibits to the Community Development Services Department using the address or email shown on the form. Submit it at least 20 business days before the scheduled meeting.
- What must accompany a variance request?
- The form lists a $500 application fee, proof of ownership, a sealed survey, a plot or site plan, and a project description or justification letter as required exhibits.
- Who reviews variance requests?
- The document says variance requests are reviewed by City Council. The property owner or designated representative must appear at the council meeting to present information and answer questions.