Variance Application
Application requires review by county staff and will include a public hearing. Prior to submitting an application, please call 321-633-2070 or email Zoning@BrevardFL.gov to schedule a consultation, if needed. Review the GIS Zoning & FLU Interactive Map to determine a property’s official zoning classification.
Applicants can apply online, monitor application progress, and pay fees through the Development Applications Public Portal.
All information is intended as a guide and may not cover every situation. Additional information may be required dependent on individual project circumstances.
Application Description
A waiver from the requirements of the Zoning Code or Sign Code due to a hardship resulting from special conditions which are not the result of the applicant’s actions.
| Document | Notes |
|---|---|
| Application for Zoning Action, Comprehensive Plan Amendment, or Variance | No notes applicable to the application |
| Property Deed(s) | Must be recorded with the Brevard County Clerk of Courts |
| Variance Hardship Worksheet | Describe the variance requested and the basis for request required for application. |
| Legal Description of the property | Can be described on a Property Deed or submitted on a separate document |
| Certified Survey | Plot plan showing the proposed work signed and sealed by a Florida Land Surveyor |
| Written Authorization signed by all owners of the property | Required if the applicant is other than the owners |
We are encouraging all customers to submit documents in digital format. For applications submitted on the online public portal, all documents can be uploaded directly to the application. For Walk-in applications documents may be submitted on a compact disc or flash/thumb drive.
Fees
The fees listed herein are intended to assist in estimating total permit fees. Fees for individual projects may vary dependent on circumstances. Review fees are determined by the proposed rezoning classification.
| Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Variance or Appeal | $598 |
| Each Additional Variance on the same property and application | $182 |
| Board of Adjustment Special Hearing | $1,872 |
Application Review Process
- The application is reviewed by staff to ensure compliance with the Code
- The applicant may be requested to submit additional information or revise the proposal
- A staff report is sent to the Board of Adjustment Members who make the final decision
- The applicant is required to appear before the Board
- There is a thirty-day appeal window for anyone who wishes to appeal the boards decision whether approved or denied prior to any building permits being approved