Every municipality has its own rules to ensure an orderly and efficient procedure for variance requests. These procedures vary somewhat, however, they follow the same basic pattern which begins with the filing of an application for a variance (and payment of a fee) to the local zoning board. Once filed, the zoning office notifies adjacent property owners, and sometimes all other property owners within a prescribed distance. It typically gives them an opportunity to present their views in writing or in person at an open public hearing. If there is any objection, and sometimes even if there is none, you would attend the hearing and present your case. (In some areas, there is only one hearing; in others several.) If there is a minimum of controversy, and everyone else in your community has previously received a similar variance, chances are you will probably be successful.
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