What happens if variances are not appealed within the specified time?

When variances are not appealed within the specified time, they become final. This means that the decision or ruling regarding the variance stands as it was made and cannot be changed. The rationale behind this is to ensure stability and predictability in regulatory processes; if variances could be appealed indefinitely, it would create uncertainty and disrupt planning and operations for businesses and organizations affected by these decisions. Therefore, once the time limit for an appeal has passed, the original ruling is considered conclusive, locking in the outcome and allowing all parties to move forward with the established terms.

The other options suggest actions that typically do not occur in the absence of a timely appeal, such as dismissal, automatic review, or modification of the variance. Once the appeal period lapses, the finalization of the variance is established, reinforcing the authority of the original ruling.