Union City, CA · Alameda County
Zoning Compliance Review Commercial/Industrial Application
This application lets new or relocated commercial and industrial businesses request a Union City review of whether their proposed business use is permitted at its location.
What this form is
Union City requires this review for new and relocated businesses to verify that the type of business is permitted at the proposed location. The application asks for contact and business location details, descriptions of business activities, materials, and site operations, and information about parking and trucks for certain uses. Applicants also declare that their information is true and complete.
Who needs it
Owners or representatives of new or relocated commercial and industrial businesses in Union City need this review for their proposed business location.
How to submit it
The application fee is $89. Submit the completed application and payment in person at City Hall during business hours, or email the application and proof of payment as one file to [email protected].
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the applicant signs and dates a declaration under penalty of perjury.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Union City commercial/industrial zoning review application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Answer all questions, writing “N/A” where a question does not apply. Sign and date the declaration.
- 3
Gather Any Additional Information
If applicable, list hazardous materials and quantities on a separate sheet; include any additional information that helps staff understand the proposed business.
- 4
Submit To The City
Pay the $89 application fee and submit the application in person at City Hall during business hours, or email it with proof of payment as one file to [email protected].
Frequently asked questions
- Who needs the commercial/industrial zoning review application?
- New and relocated businesses use this application to verify whether their business type is permitted at the proposed Union City location.
- Do I need a notary for the commercial/industrial zoning review application?
- No. The document has no notary block; the applicant signs and dates a declaration under penalty of perjury.
- How do I submit the commercial/industrial zoning review application?
- Submit the completed application and payment in person at City Hall during business hours, or email the application and proof of payment as one file to [email protected].
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for business and location details, descriptions of activities and materials, and information about site operations. Certain uses must also answer questions about parking and trucks.