What is a Variance?
It is the intent of the Zoning Ordinance to use variations only to modify the application of the Zoning Ordinance to achieve parity among properties similarly located and classified. Specifically, it is to be used to overcome some exceptional physical condition which poses practical difficulty or particular hardship in such a way as to prevent an owner from reasonable use of their property as intended by the Zoning Ordinance. Such practical difficulty or hardship must be clearly exhibited and must be as a result of an external influence; it may not be self-imposed. The standards for a variation may be found in Article 13.9.3 of the zoning ordinance. The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing with legal notice being placed in a published newspaper of general circulation in the Village of Gurnee. The Zoning Board meets on the fourth (4th) Wednesday of each month. The hearing notice must be placed at least fifteen (15) days in advanced of each hearing. Additionally, a sign is
A Variance is a special permit granted by the CDRH which allows a manufacturer to deviate from specific legal requirements under some circumstances. An example of this is when laser displays wish to exceed the 5mW power limit for this type of projection. By showing other adequate alternative means of radiation protection, the government may grant a special circumstance permit to exceed this low power level.
If a dimensional aspect of a proposed project does not conform with the development standards for the zone, it is possible to apply for a Variance. The purpose of issuing variances is not to allow exceptions to the development standards but rather to allow development on lots that otherwise would not be possible to develop.
A variance is the authority to depart from the application of areas, side yard, setback, height, and similar regulations to prevent unnecessary hardships. The Board of Adjustments may authorize a variance from these regulations when, in its opinion, undue hardship will result from requiring compliance with the Zoning Ordinance. Variances may be granted only when in harmony with the general purpose and intent of this Ordinance so that the public health, safety and welfare may be secured and that substantial justice may be done. Zoning Board of Adjustments Variance Application Conditions Required for Variance: In order to obtain a variance you must prove: (1) that there are special circumstances or conditions affecting the land involved such that the application of the provisions of the Ordinance would deprive the applicant of the reasonable use of his/her land; (2) that the variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of the applicant; (3) tha
