Zoning Board of Appeals
The Town of Milford Zoning Board of Appeals reviews eligible zoning appeals, requests for area or use variances, and interpretations arising from decisions of the Town’s zoning enforcement official.
An independent review of zoning decisions
The Zoning Board of Appeals is a quasi-judicial board appointed by the Town Board. It does not rewrite the zoning law or approve ordinary development applications. Instead, it reviews specific appeals and requests for relief under the standards established by New York law and the Town’s zoning regulations.
The board’s role is to provide a formal process for property owners who believe strict application of a zoning requirement creates practical difficulty or unnecessary hardship, or who seek review of an official zoning interpretation.
Relief considered by the board
Area Variances
Requests for relief from dimensional requirements such as setbacks, lot size, building height, frontage or lot coverage.
Use Variances
Requests to allow a land use that is not otherwise permitted in the zoning district. New York law applies a demanding unnecessary-hardship standard.
Interpretations & Appeals
Review of an eligible order, requirement, decision or interpretation made by the Zoning or Code Enforcement Officer.
ZBA versus Planning Board
Zoning Board of Appeals
Handles zoning appeals, interpretations and requests for area or use variances. It generally acts after a zoning determination or denial has been issued.
ZBA InformationPlanning Board
Reviews matters assigned by Town regulations, which may include site plans, subdivisions and other land-use applications.
Planning Board InformationTypical steps before a hearing
Contact zoning staff
Discuss the project and obtain any required determination, denial or referral.
Prepare the application
Complete Form ZBA-3 and assemble plans, surveys, photographs and supporting information.
Submit by the deadline
Provide the complete application, required copies and applicable fee before the published cutoff.
Attend the hearing
Present the request and respond to questions during the noticed public hearing.
Meeting and hearing information
The ZBA generally meets on the fourth Thursday of the month at 7:00 PM at Milford Town Hall, but only as needed. Public hearings are scheduled and noticed for active applications.
Agendas, approved minutes and available case records can be reviewed through the Town’s Planning and Zoning document category. Applicants should verify notice, mailing and submission requirements directly with the Town.
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ZBA resources
Variance Application
Access Form ZBA-3 and other available zoning and building applications.
Open forms and applications →Planning & Zoning Records
Review available agendas, approved minutes and case information.
View board records →Laws & Ordinances
Consult the Town’s published zoning regulations and local laws.
View laws and ordinances →Zoning & Code Office
Contact the enforcement office before preparing an appeal or variance request.
Visit zoning and code →Town Calendar
Check scheduled meetings, hearings and other municipal events.
View scheduled events →Contact the Town
Reach the Town Clerk for filing logistics or general routing assistance.
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