Berkeley, CA · Alameda County
Exception – Allowing Extension of Time for Sewer Lateral Construction Application
Property owners or applicants use this application to request an exception extending the time to complete sewer lateral construction and obtain a Sewer Lateral Certificate.
What this form is
This application requests an extension of time for sewer lateral construction and compliance. It asks for the property address, parcel number, owner and applicant contact details, the reason for the request, and a target compliance date. The applicant must sign and date the form. If the extension is OK to proceed, the owner must record a Notice of Limitation and attach a copy to the application for final approval.
Who needs it
A property owner or applicant seeking an exception to extend the time for sewer lateral construction and compliance needs this application.
How to submit it
Submit the completed form through the City of Berkeley Customer Online Portal. If the extension is OK to proceed, attach a copy of the recorded Notice of Limitation and submit both documents to Public Works Engineering for final approval.
About notarization
This application is signed without a notary; the applicant certifies under oath, and an approved extension requires a recorded Notice of Limitation attached to the application.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the sewer lateral construction extension exception application.
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Complete The Form
Print or type clearly, fill in all boxes, explain the reason for the exception, and provide a target compliance date.
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Sign And Date
Sign and date the application. Incomplete applications will not be processed.
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Gather Required Attachment
If the extension is OK to proceed, record a Notice of Limitation and attach a copy to the application.
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Submit To The City
Submit the completed application through the City of Berkeley Customer Online Portal; submit the recorded Notice of Limitation with it when required.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the sewer lateral extension application?
- No. The application has a signature line but no notary block. The applicant certifies under oath; if the extension is OK to proceed, attach a copy of the recorded Notice of Limitation.
- How do I submit the sewer lateral extension application?
- Submit the completed form through the City of Berkeley Customer Online Portal. If the extension is OK to proceed, attach a copy of the recorded Notice of Limitation for Public Works Engineering final approval.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for the property address and parcel number, owner and applicant information, the reason for the exception, a target compliance date, and the applicant's signature and date.
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