Zoning Board of Appeals Application

A Zoning Board of Appeals Application is a formal request to a local zoning board to grant relief from a specific zoning requirement or to hear an appeal of a zoning decision. Property owners or developers may file an application with the Zoning Board of Appeals when they seek a variance, special exception, or interpretation of the zoning ordinance. The application must provide a detailed description of the requested relief and the reasons why it is necessary or justified. The Zoning Board of Appeals will review the application, hold a public hearing to gather input from interested parties, and make a decision based on the evidence presented and the criteria established in the zoning ordinance. Successful Zoning Board of Appeals Applications can provide flexibility in the application of zoning standards to accommodate unique circumstances or hardships.