Lakewood, WA · Pierce County
Required Findings for Variances
This variance findings worksheet presents the circumstances Lakewood’s appropriate review authority must find before granting a variance for a property.
What this form is
The worksheet lists six circumstances that the appropriate review authority must find before granting a variance. It addresses whether a variance changes zoning boundaries, whether property-specific circumstances make it necessary, and whether it would create special privilege or harm nearby property or public welfare. The document does not describe when an applicant must submit it or request specific applicant information.
Who needs it
A person seeking a variance may use this worksheet to review the circumstances the city’s appropriate review authority considers before granting one.
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 worksheet is completed without a notary; it lists variance findings and mentions no notarized attachment or sworn step.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Worksheet
Download the Required Findings for Variances worksheet.
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Review The Findings
Review the six circumstances listed for variance review.
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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 does the Required Findings for Variances worksheet cover?
- It lists six circumstances the appropriate review authority must find before granting a variance, including property-specific conditions and potential effects on nearby properties and public welfare.
- Who may use this variance findings worksheet?
- A person seeking a variance may use it to review the circumstances the city’s appropriate review authority considers before granting one.
- Do I need a notary for this variance findings worksheet?
- No. This worksheet is completed without a notary and mentions no notarized attachment or sworn step.
- How do I submit the variance findings worksheet?
- The document does not give submission instructions. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.