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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-03-19 Zoning & Subdivision Variance Application - CombinedPage 1 Zoning & Subdivision Variance Application Cover Page – Updated 04-2026 ZONING & SUBDIVISION VARIANCE APPLICATION This application form must be completed as part of a zoning or subdivision variance application submitted through the county’s online COAST portal. The main procedural steps in the submittal and review of applications are outlined in the flowchart below. More specific submittal and review requirements, as well as the standards applied in reviewing the application for completeness are found in Section 10.3.3 of the Unified Development Ordinance. Public Hearing Procedures (Optional) Pre- Application Meeting (Optional) Community Information Meeting 1 Application Submittal & Acceptance 2 Planning Director Review & Staff Report 3 Public Hearing Scheduling & Notification  Advisory Body Review & Action 4 Board of Adjustment Hearing & Decision 5 Post-Decision Limitations and Actions Applicant and Property Owner Contact Information Cover Page Applicant Name Agent Name (if applicable) Property Owner Name(s) (if different from Applicant) Company Company Company Address Address Address City, State, Zip City, State, Zip City, State, Zip Phone Phone Phone Email Email Email Please specify the primary point of contact for Planning & Land Use staff during the application review: Applicant ❑ Agent ❑ Property Owner ❑ Page 1 Zoning & Subdivision Variance Application – Updated 04-2026 Applicant and Property Owner Applicant Name Agent Name Property Owner Name(s) (if different from Applicant) Applicant Company (if applicable) Agent Company (if applicable) Property Owner Company (if applicable) Subject Property Information Address/Location Parcel Identification Number(s) Total Parcel(s) Acreage Existing Zoning and Land Use(s) Proposed Variance Narrative Subject Unified Development Ordinance Regulation, Chapter and Section: In the space below, please provide a narrative of the variance being requested (attach additional pages if necessary). Page 2 Zoning & Subdivision Variance Application – Updated 04-2026 CRITERIA REQUIRED FOR APPROVAL OF A VARIANCE The Board of Adjustment may grant a variance if it finds that strict application of the ordinance results in an unnecessary hardship for the applicant and if the variance is consistent with the spirit, purpose, and intent of the ordinance. The applicant must explain, with reference to attached plans (where applicable), how the proposed use meets these required findings (attach additional pages if necessary). 1. Unnecessary hardship would result from strict application of the ordinance. It shall not be necessary to demonstrate that, in the absence of the variance, no reasonable use can be made of the property. 2. The hardship results from conditions that are peculiar to the property, such as location, size, or topography. Hardships resulting from personal circumstances, as well as hardships resulting from conditions that are common to the neighborhood or general public, may not be the basis for granting a variance. Page 3 Zoning & Subdivision Variance Application – Updated 04-2026 3. The hardship did not result from actions taken by the applicant or the property owner. The act of purchasing property with knowledge that circumstances exist that may justify the granting of a variance shall not be regarded as a self-created hardship. 4. The requested variance is consistent with the spirit, purpose, and intent of the ordinance, such that public safety is secured and substantial justice is achieved. Page 4 Zoning & Subdivision Variance Application – Updated 04-2026 Staff use the following checklist to determine if the application is complete. Please verify all the listed items are included and confirm by initialing under “Applicant Initial”. If an item is not applicable, mark as “N/A”. Applications determined to be incomplete must be corrected to be processed for further review. Staff will confirm if an application is complete within five business days of submittal. Applicants are encouraged to arrange an informal pre-application meeting with Planning staff at least two weeks before applying. Pre-application meetings help improve the chances of submitting a complete application. Application Checklist And Acknowledgement Applicant Initial  This application form, completed and signed (all property owners must sign signatory page) _____  Copy of most recent annual filing identifying the owners / officers / managers from the Secretary of State’s Business Registry for any LLCs or other companies listed on the application. _____  Required application fee ($400) is included: _____  Legal description (by metes and bounds) or a recorded survey with Map Book and Page reference of the property or area requested for rezoning. ______  Site plan or sketch illustrating the requested variance ______  One (1) digital PDF copy of ALL documents AND plans _____ Page 5 Zoning & Subdivision Variance Application – Updated 04-2026 Acknowledgement and Signatures Note: This form must be signed by the property owner(s) of record. A signature is required for each owner of record if there are multiple owners. By my signature below, I am attesting I understand and accept all of the conditions, limitations, and obligations of the variance application for which I am applying. I understand that I have the burden of providing why this application meets the required findings necessary for granting a variance. I certify that this application is complete and that all information presented in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief. If applicable, I also appoint the applicant and/or agent as listed on this application to represent me and make decisions on my behalf regarding this application during the review process. The applicant and/or agent is hereby authorized on my behalf to: 1. Submit an application including all required supplemental information and materials; 2. Appear at public hearings to give representation and comments; and 3. Act on my behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with or arising out of this application. _____________________________________________________ ___________________________ ___________ Signature of Property Owner Print Name Date _____________________________________________________ ___________________________ ___________ Signature of Applicant (if different from property owner) Print Name Date _____________________________________________________ ___________________________ ___________ Signature of Agent (if applicable) Print Name Date The land owner or their attorney must be present at the Board of Adjustment public hearing for this variance request.