What is the Oakland SB 9 application for?

It starts Planning review of a proposed two-unit residential development on a single-family lot, a subdivision into two lots, or both.

Who can complete this application?

The property owner or an authorized applicant or agent may submit it. If an applicant is not the owner, the form provides for the owner’s authorization and signature.

Do I need a notary for the SB 9 application?

No, the application itself is signed without a notary. However, the required owner-occupancy and tenancy-status affidavits must be signed and notarized.

How do I submit the Oakland SB 9 application?

Complete the application, checklist, and required supporting materials, then submit them electronically through Oakland’s Online Permit Center using the Zoning Worksheet.

Oakland, CA · Alameda County

No notary required

Planning Application for SB 9 Two-Unit Residential Development and Parcel Subdivision

Oakland property owners or authorized agents use this application to request review of an SB 9 two-unit residential development, parcel subdivision, or both.

What this form is

This application begins Planning review of an SB 9 proposal for up to two residential units on a single-family lot, with or without a subdivision into two lots. Applicants complete the application and zoning criteria checklist and provide required plans, supporting documents, and affidavits; some requirements depend on the project. After Planning review, applicants may apply for a building permit and approval of the final parcel map.

Who needs it

Property owners or authorized agents proposing an SB 9 two-unit development, a parcel subdivision resulting in two lots, or both must complete this application.

How to submit it

Submit the completed application, checklist, required documents, and plans electronically through Oakland’s Online Permit Center using the Zoning Worksheet.

About notarization

This application is signed without a notary; required owner-occupancy and tenancy-status affidavits must be signed and notarized and submitted with the application.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Application
Download the SB 9 application and review its application and submittal requirements.
2
Complete the Application
Fill in the applicant and property information, proposal details, project calculations, and zoning criteria checklist.
3
Gather Required Attachments
Prepare the required plans, documents, and affidavits. Required items vary with the project; specified affidavits must be notarized.
4
Submit to Oakland
Submit the completed application and materials electronically through the Online Permit Center using the Zoning Worksheet.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Oakland SB 9 application for?: It starts Planning review of a proposed two-unit residential development on a single-family lot, a subdivision into two lots, or both.
Who can complete this application?: The property owner or an authorized applicant or agent may submit it. If an applicant is not the owner, the form provides for the owner’s authorization and signature.
Do I need a notary for the SB 9 application?: No, the application itself is signed without a notary. However, the required owner-occupancy and tenancy-status affidavits must be signed and notarized.
How do I submit the Oakland SB 9 application?: Complete the application, checklist, and required supporting materials, then submit them electronically through Oakland’s Online Permit Center using the Zoning Worksheet.

Need something notarized?

This Planning Application for SB 9 Two-Unit Residential Development and Parcel Subdivision doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Oakland form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.