Do I need a notary for the residential zoning clearance application?

No. The application has signature and date fields, but no notary block; the signer just signs and dates it.

Who can file this application?

The property owner, an authorized agent, or a lessee whose lease permits the requested uses or structures may apply. The packet says both the property owner and applicant must sign.

How do I submit the application?

First submit a Planning Service Request through the Planning Portal. Include the required information, plans, and appropriate fee; the packet identifies the Planning Division at 5850 West Glendale Avenue.

What materials must accompany the application?

The packet lists a completed master application, detailed project narrative, and site plan; it also lists elevations. Site plans must meet the attached plan standards.

Glendale, AZ · Maricopa County

No notary required

Zoning Clearance (Verification) Application Packet for Residential Modifications / Change of Use

This packet lets Glendale property owners or authorized applicants request zoning clearance for residential modifications or a change of use.

What this form is

Use this application packet to request zoning clearance for a residential project, including an accessory dwelling unit, garage conversion, circular drive, custom single-family home, detached structure over seven feet, or home addition. It asks for property and applicant details, project information, signatures, and supporting materials including a completed master application, project narrative, site plan, and elevations; the packet lists a $144 zoning fee.

Who needs it

Glendale property owners, their authorized agents, or qualifying lessees apply when seeking zoning clearance for a residential modification or change of use.

How to submit it

Before filing, submit a Planning Service Request through the Planning Portal. The packet identifies the Planning Division at 5850 West Glendale Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85301, and requires the appropriate fee and digital plans.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the packet does not identify any attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Packet
Download the residential zoning clearance application packet and review its requirements and attached checklist.
2
Complete The Application
Fill in the project and property details, select the application type, and obtain the required property owner and applicant signatures.
3
Gather Required Materials
Prepare the master application, project narrative, site plan, elevations, and digital plans required by the packet.
4
Submit The Planning Request
Submit a Planning Service Request through the Planning Portal before filing the application; include the required information, plans, and appropriate fee.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the residential zoning clearance application?: No. The application has signature and date fields, but no notary block; the signer just signs and dates it.
Who can file this application?: The property owner, an authorized agent, or a lessee whose lease permits the requested uses or structures may apply. The packet says both the property owner and applicant must sign.
How do I submit the application?: First submit a Planning Service Request through the Planning Portal. Include the required information, plans, and appropriate fee; the packet identifies the Planning Division at 5850 West Glendale Avenue.
What materials must accompany the application?: The packet lists a completed master application, detailed project narrative, and site plan; it also lists elevations. Site plans must meet the attached plan standards.

Need something notarized?

This Zoning Clearance (Verification) Application Packet for Residential Modifications / Change of Use doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Glendale form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.