Lake Forest Park, WA · King County
Variance Application
Property owners or their authorized agents use this application to request a variance from Lake Forest Park zoning regulations.
What this form is
The application requests a variance for a particular property and asks for owner and site details, zoning information, the proposed variance, and descriptions of the property and surrounding area. Applicants must explain how the request meets the listed criteria and provide required materials, including a site plan; a preliminary drainage plan is required for some proposals. Fees are due when the application is submitted.
Who needs it
A property owner or authorized agent seeking an adjustment to zoning regulations for a Lake Forest Park property should complete this application.
How to submit it
Provide two paper copies and one digital copy of all materials; fees are due at application time. For more information, contact the Planning Department at [email protected] or 206-957-2837.
About notarization
This application does not require a notary; the applicant, owner, or representative signs and dates it, with no notarized or sworn attachment identified.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Variance Application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Fill in the owner, agent, site, zoning, and proposal information, and respond to the listed variance criteria.
- 3
Gather Required Materials
Prepare two paper copies and one digital copy of all materials, including a site plan and, when required, a preliminary drainage plan.
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Submit To The City
Provide the application materials and fees to the city; contact the Planning Department for more information.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Lake Forest Park Variance Application request?
- It requests an adjustment to zoning regulations for a particular property and asks for project details and information addressing the variance criteria.
- What materials must I submit with the variance application?
- Submit two paper copies and one digital copy of all materials. The application calls for an accurate, scaled site plan; a preliminary drainage plan is required for some proposals.
- Do I need a notary for the Variance Application?
- No. The application does not require notarization; the applicant, owner, or representative signs and dates it.
- How do I submit the Variance Application?
- Provide two paper copies and one digital copy of all materials, and pay fees at application time. Contact the Planning Department for more information.
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