"Variance requests" refers to formal applications or appeals submitted to obtain permission for deviation from established rules, regulations, or standards in a specific context or situation. Full definition
The Surf Lodge is headed toward legalizing almost all the structures on its property after the East Hampton Zoning Board of Appeals indicated Tuesday night that it would unanimously approve a series of variance requests from the owners, Jayma... (easthamptonstar.com)
The Park District, seeking special - use and zoning variances, initially was rebuffed when Trustee Al Paveza objected to the repeated variance requests it has made in recent years. (articles.chicagotribune.com)
HORICON — The Horicon Town Board, acting as the local Board of Health, delayed making decisions on two separate variance requests for septic systems in proximity to Brant Lake. (suncommunitynews.com)