To apply for a zoning permit, complete the application in our online permitting system. Checklists for certain project types are below for reference.
Any project involving the construction of 5 or more dwelling units and/or the construction of 10,000 sqft gross floor area of any non-residential development is required to conduct a Pre-Application Neighborhood Meeting prior to submission of an application for a zoning permit.
All proposals in the downtown and waterfront area subject to the form based code require a pre-application Administrative Conference with a member of the Zoning staff prior to submission of an application for a zoning permit.
Applications via email or facsimile (fax) will no longer be accepted.
A typical zoning permit takes 3-4 weeks. Staff typically take 1-2 weeks to allocate, review and decide on a permit and then there is a 15 day appeal period before the permit can be picked up. Board reviewed permits take longer.
| Form Name | When to Use |
|---|---|
| Zoning Permit Application Form | All zoning applications are made through the online permitting system. There is no longer an application form. |
| Certificate of Occupancy Request Form | Only for zoning permits issued prior to July 1, 2020. Please use the online permitting system. |
| Code Enforcement Complaint Form | All complaints can be made made through the online permitting system. |
| Relinquish or Confirm Expiration of Zoning Permit Form | Use to confirm that your project did not happen within the time limits or will not happen even though still valid. |
| Compliance Request Form | All compliance requests may be made through the online permitting system. |
Use for all proposals eligible for Design Review with construction cost of more than $28,000 - See Sec. 3.2.2. EPSC may apply.
This completed questionnaire must accompany the Zoning Permit Application for a Home Occupation.
Some Home Occupations may be reviewed administratively, while others require Conditional Use review by the Development Review Board. See Sec. 5.4.6 for requirements and to determine level of review (Administrative or Conditional Use).
Most signs require a sign permit. See Article 7 of the CDO (amended October 28, 2019).
All Sandwich Board sign (a-frame signs beside the sidewalk) permits are obtained from the Department of Public Works, not Zoning. Visit DPW for details.
All Projecting signs that project over the Public Right Of Way require an encumbrance approval. Visit the Clerk/Treasurers Office for details.
All awnings that project over the Public Right Of Way require an encumbrance approval. Visit the Clerk/Treasurers Office for details.
Use when completing an Escrow Agreement between the owner and the City for a development.
Notes:
Notice: Zoning information and related resources presented on this web site are meant to provide preliminary answers to zoning questions, but do not provide full and definitive review. Most zoning permit applicants, or their representatives, should plan to call or visit the office to get necessary assistance in order for the application to be processed. Applications will also be mailed or faxed upon request.