The appeal must be made within 10 days after notice of the Zoning Administrator's decision is mailed to the applicant. The Planning Commission's decision may be appealed to the City Council. The estimated time for processing a variance application will vary depending upon the complexity and magnitude of the change and staff workload. You will be notified within 30 days as to whether the project application is complete, or whether the application requires additional information. Once an application is accepted as complete, it will take approximately 3 - 4 weeks for processing and Zoning Administrator action.
Most variances are categorically exempt from environmental review.
Application Requirements Complete and sign application forms. Make checks payable to the City of Walnut Creek. Sign and submit a Statement of Understanding acknowledging the City's billing structure . Provide a cover letter to the Zoning Administrator justifying the variance request. Provide site photographs showing topography, vegetation and landscaping, existing and adjacent structures.