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Variances

What happens to a variance when a property is sold?

If a variance has been approved, the approval runs with the land. This means that a variance will continue in effect as the property is transferred from one owner to the next. All terms and conditions of the variance remain unchanged and apply to the current and future property owners.

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance similar to the one that I will be requesting. Can I assume my application will be approved as well?

No, not necessarily. In making their decision, the Board of Adjustment must apply a set of criteria based on the particular circumstances of the request. Because no two zoning cases are exactly the same, the outcomes may be quite different.

I already know that I’ll need to get a variance to build my project. Can I submit a variance application as the first step or does the zoning application need to be denied first?

You can submit a variance without having a denial.

Permits and Applications

Can I contact one or more of the members serving on the Board of Adjustment to run some ideas by them? It would certainly help me prepare my application.

No. The members on the Board of Adjustment are similar in many respects to a judge. They hear and evaluate evidence in a public forum and render a decision within the context of local, state, and, in some cases, federal law. This is referred to as a "quasi-judicial" decision. It is not proper for anyone - the applicant, a proponent, or an opponent - to contact a board member regarding a potential or pending application. Because these private conversations, referred to as "ex parte communication" should not occur, all parties can be assured of an unbiased proceeding, even if they do not agree with the outcome.

How do I submit an application?

All applications must be submitted using Prosser's Citizen Self Service (CSS) Portal. CSS can also be used to make payments and keep track of your application during and after the review process.

If I submit an application and it is not approved, can I get my application fee back?

Application fees are not refundable. They are intended to cover the costs necessary to review the application.

My application was denied. Can I submit another application?

You can submit another application for consideration.
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an application which has been denied may not be considered again without material alteration or revision within one year of the decision.

The review process for a development application includes a public hearing. What's that?

A public hearing is intended to allow the petitioner the opportunity to describe their proposed project and interested parties the opportunity to share their concerns with the reviewing authority. While all public comments are welcome, speakers should focus on those elements of the project that are within the review authority's scope of authority. Consistent with established policies, public comments may be limited in duration to make sure everyone can be heard.

Address Search

What is the best method to search for an address in MapLink?

When searching for an address, it’s best to type less. Type a few letters from the street name and click the Search button. That will produce a list of all the properties on that street and you can pick the one you are interested in. Do not spell out Road, Drive or Street. For searching by Owner Name, as a starting point, spell out the owner's last name or part of the business name.

Frequently Asked Questions

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