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REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION FOR ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT APPLICATION
ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT APPLICATION - Each item on this application shall be
completed and all documentation required on this form shall be submitted before this
application is accepted for processing. The application must be notarized with the property
owner’s signature. Submittal of an application does not constitute acceptance for
processing until the Planning Division of the City Development Department reviews the
application for accuracy and completeness.
ZONING MAP SHEET - The zoning map will be provided by the Planning Division.
GENERALIZED PLOT PLANS - Two (2) copies of a generalized plot plan (see attached
example), including one 8½” x 11” copy, are required with the following information:
a. Legal description and street address for the property;
b. Location and arrangement of structures, including proposed additions or expansions;
c. Location and arrangement of accessory structures or buildings;
d. Location of streets with ingress and egress, including curb cuts and driveways;
e. Size and use of structures, including number of dwelling units;
f. Lot lines with dimensions of the areas;
g. Required yards and setbacks;
h. Utility rights-of-ways and easements;
i. Screening walls or fences, where required;
j. Retaining walls, where applicable;
k. Pedestrian ways and sidewalks; and,
l. Drawing must be to scale as noted/stated on the drawing.
CARPORT SPECIAL EXCEPTION – If the request is for a Carport Special Exception (Carport
over a Driveway), structural plans, framing plans and elevations, drawn to scale, shall be
submitted. The drawings must indicate types and colors of building materials to be used in
the construction of the carport.
PLEASE NOTE: Carports are restricted in size to 1/5 of the first-floor dwelling area of the
main structure. Carports must be constructed of the same material,
architectural design, and color scheme as the residential structure, open on
three sides, and attached to the main structure. Please contact the Planning
Division prior to developing plans.
CASHIER’S VALIDATION – Upon review and acceptance of the application by the
Department, the required fee shall be paid at the Cashier, City Development Department.
After validation of the payment, this application form shall be returned to the Planning
Division. Fees are nonrefundable.
ZBA MEETING – The Zoning Board of Adjustment requires that the property owner or
representative be present at the scheduled public hearing for this application.
BOARD AUTHORIZATION – A Board
approval of an application is authorized for 12 months
from the date of approval, during which time a building permit shall be obtained. Extension
of the authorization may be requested from the Zoning Board of Adjustment prior to the
expiration of the 12 months, except that an extension may not be granted for required
demolition; otherwise, a new application and new application fee shall be required.
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