Variances
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A variance is required when the use of or proposed improvements to a property do not meet the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. Applications can be downloaded or are available at the City of Manchester, NH, Building Department located at One City Hall Plaza, West Wing, Manchester, NH. For more information please contact our office.
The following information is required when applying for a variance:
- 10 copies of a plot plan or site plan, drawn to scale, showing lot, house, parking (8.5 x 18.5) 2 spaces per unit, setbacks, driveways, streets. (One original & 8 copies - NO Mylars)
- 1 copy of the deed with description of lot. (Deed prior to 1965 if new building or a subdivision.)
- 1 copy of the tax map which you may purchase from the Assessor's Office, located at: One City Hall Plaza-West Wing, Manchester, NH 03101
- 10 copies of the floor plans, models or pictures of the proposal.
- 1 signed Affidavit from the owner if you do not own the property.
- If you are planning to erect a sign, you must submit 10 copies of a sketch showing the dimensions that include the overall height and location on the site plan.
NOTE:
- You must apply for a variance in person in order to sign the Zoning Brief.
- You need not be present at the Public Hearing to have your case decided upon.
- Fees are required.
- In the event that the Board of Adjustment grants your appeal, you must then make application for a building permit through the Building Department in order to complete the process. Said application must be made within one year from the date the Board granted the variance.
- The footings of all new buildings and additions shall be certified by a NH Registered Land Surveyor and a copy of the survey submitted to the Building Department prior to commencing construction.
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| Zoning |
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When applying for a building permit a zoning review is conducted by the Zoning Inspector to determine whether or not the application meets the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. This includes, but is not limited to, proposed use of the property, structure setback requirements, driveways/parking, etc. If any of these are found to be non-compliant, a variance may be required. (Refer to Variances above for more information on this process.) |
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