Dallas, GA · Paulding County
Development Standards Variance Application
The application Dallas property owners file to request a variance from the city's development standards.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
This form lets an applicant request a variance from Dallas's development standards ordinance for a specific project, filed with Community Development for review and acceptance.
Who needs it
Property owners or developers in Dallas seeking relief from a specific development standard for their project.
Why it needs a notary
The applicant's certification on this application must be sworn before a notary public before the city will process the variance request.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Development Standards Variance Application from the City of Dallas website.
- 2
Fill It Out
Complete applicant and project details.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session.
- 4
Sign on Video
Verify your ID and sign the application before the notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the notarized application to Dallas Community Development.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Dallas. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I notarize my Dallas variance application?
- Complete the application, then book an online notary session to sign it remotely by video.
- Do I need a notary for a development standards variance?
- Yes, the applicant's certification must be sworn before a notary public.
- Who reviews variance requests?
- The Community Development department files and processes the application for city review.
- Is this the same as a zoning variance?
- It addresses development standards specifically; check with the city if your project needs a different variance type.