Union City, CA · Alameda County

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Pre-Approved ADU Program: Preliminary Application

Union City applicants use this application to request preliminary review through the Pre-Approved ADU Program for minor or major projects.

What this form is

This application requests preliminary review through Union City's Pre-Approved ADU Program. Applicants select a minor or major project type, provide their name, address, email, and phone number, and submit required documents and fees. The listed fees are $593 for minor projects and $1,702 for major projects; the form gives single-family and multifamily ADUs as examples.

Who needs it

Applicants seeking preliminary review for a minor or major project through Union City's Pre-Approved ADU Program need this application.

How to submit it

Submit in person to the Planning Division at 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City, CA 94578. Contact Senior Planner Mayank Patel at [email protected] to schedule an appointment; fees are $593 for minor projects and $1,702 for major projects.

About notarization

This application is submitted without a notary; it mentions required documents and fees but no notarized or sworn attachment, and the applicant signs and dates it.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download the Application

    Download the Pre-Approved ADU Program Preliminary Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete the Application

    Select a minor or major project type and provide the applicant's name, address, email, and phone number.

  3. 3

    Gather Required Materials

    Gather the required documents and fees for the application.

  4. 4

    Schedule and Submit

    Contact Senior Planner Mayank Patel to schedule an appointment, then submit the application in person to the Planning Division.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Pre-Approved ADU Program Preliminary Application?
It is an application for preliminary review through Union City's Pre-Approved ADU Program. It asks for the applicant's contact information and project type.
Who should file this application?
Applicants seeking preliminary review for a minor or major project through the Pre-Approved ADU Program should use this application.
Do I need a notary for the Pre-Approved ADU Program Preliminary Application?
No. This application is submitted without a notary; it mentions required documents and fees but no notarized or sworn attachment.
How do I submit the Preliminary Application?
Submit it in person to the Planning Division. Contact Senior Planner Mayank Patel at [email protected] to schedule an appointment.

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