Orinda, CA · Contra Costa County
Appeals Form
Orinda’s Appeals Form lets a person appeal a decision by the Zoning Administrator or Planning Commission by stating the grounds for the appeal.
What this form is
Use this form to appeal a decision by the Zoning Administrator or Planning Commission. The form asks which body made the decision, the decision date, application number, project address, reasons for appeal, and the appellant’s contact details and signature. The document says a written appeal with its grounds and appropriate fees must reach the Planning Department within ten calendar days.
Who needs it
A person appealing a Zoning Administrator or Planning Commission decision submits this form with the grounds for appeal and appropriate fees.
How to submit it
Submit the written appeal to the Planning Department at 22 Orinda Way, Orinda, CA 94563, or email [email protected], during the stated business hours. The document lists an appeal fee of 25% of the original application fee, subject to a $693 minimum and $1,949 maximum, plus meeting-minutes preparation costs.
About notarization
This form is signed and dated without a notary; no notarized or sworn attachment or related step is specified.
How to submit this form
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Download The Form
Download the Orinda Appeals Form.
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Complete The Form
Identify the decision being appealed, enter the requested details, explain the grounds for appeal, and sign and date the form.
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Gather Attachments
Attach additional sheets if needed to explain the reasons for appeal.
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Submit To The Planning Department
Submit the written appeal with appropriate fees to the Planning Department within ten calendar days.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Orinda Appeals Form ask for?
- It asks which body made the decision, the decision date, application number, project address, reasons for appeal, and the appellant’s contact details and signature.
- How do I submit the Orinda Appeals Form?
- Submit a written appeal stating the grounds to the Planning Department at 22 Orinda Way, Orinda, CA 94563, or email [email protected], with appropriate fees.
- Do I need a notary for the Orinda Appeals Form?
- No. This form is signed and dated without a notary; the document specifies no notarized or sworn attachment or related step.
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