Poquoson, VA · City of Poquoson
Board of Zoning Appeals Application
Property owners and applicants use this application to request zoning relief, a Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act exception or variance, or an appeal of a zoning administrator decision.
What this form is
The application asks for applicant and property-owner details, property location, proposed activity, applicable ordinance provisions, existing and proposed structures, and reasons for the requested relief. Submit a complete application at least 30 days before a scheduled meeting; required materials include a plot plan and, when requested, project drawings or a water quality impact assessment. The document lists a $589 processing fee.
Who needs it
Property owners or applicants seeking zoning relief, a Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act exception or variance, or an appeal must complete and submit this application.
How to submit it
Submit the completed application to the Community Development Department, 500 City Hall Avenue, Poquoson, VA 23662. The form lists 757-868-3040 and [email protected] and [email protected] for questions.
About notarization
This application is signed without a notary; all property owners must sign it, and the form does not identify any notarized or sworn attachment.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Board of Zoning Appeals Application PDF.
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Complete And Sign
Answer the application questions and have all property owners sign.
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Gather Required Materials
Include the required plot plan and project drawings when applicable; City staff will advise if a water quality impact assessment is required.
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Submit To The City
Submit the complete application at least 30 days before a scheduled meeting to the Community Development Department at the address listed on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Board of Zoning Appeals Application for?
- Use it to request zoning relief, a Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act exception or variance, or an appeal of a Zoning Administrator decision.
- Who must sign the application?
- The form says all property owners must sign the application. It also requests information about the applicant and the property owner.
- Do I need a notary for the Board of Zoning Appeals Application?
- No. The application is signed without a notary; all property owners must sign it, and the form does not identify any notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the Board of Zoning Appeals Application?
- Submit it to the Community Development Department at 500 City Hall Avenue, Poquoson, VA 23662. The form says to submit a complete application at least 30 days before a scheduled meeting.