Do I need a notary for the Change of Ownership Checklist?

No. The checklist itself is signed without a notary, but the required documentation includes a notarized release letter from the previous owner.

How do I submit the Change of Ownership Checklist?

Bring the completed checklist and associated documents to the City’s Permit Center at 455 North Rexford Drive. An appointment is required.

What documents must accompany the checklist?

The checklist names a notarized release letter, a copy of the deed, letters from the registered design professionals and contractor of record, and applicable bond and permit materials.

Does the checklist apply to every permit activity?

The form says an administrative fee applies to each permit activity. A pre-construction meeting is required only for large projects when the contractor of record is also changing.

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No notary required

Change of Ownership Checklist

Property owners use this checklist to change the owner of record on a permitted job site and identify the supporting documents to bring to the City.

What this form is

Use this checklist to request an owner change for a permitted job site and identify the documentation the City requires. It asks for the property address, effective date, previous and new owner contact information, and permit activity details for City use. The listed attachments include a notarized release letter, deed copy, professional and contractor letters, and bond or permit materials when applicable.

Who needs it

The new owner of a permitted job site uses this checklist when requesting a change of owner for the property's City permits.

How to submit it

Bring the completed checklist and associated documentation to the City’s Permit Center at 455 North Rexford Drive; an appointment is required. An administrative fee applies to each permit activity, and fees can be paid in the office with an appointment.

About notarization

The checklist itself is signed without a notary; its required attachment includes a notarized release letter from the previous owner.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Checklist
Download the Change of Ownership Checklist for a permitted job site.
2
Complete The Form
Enter the property address, effective date, and previous and new owner information.
3
Gather The Required Documents
Gather the listed supporting documents, including the notarized release letter and deed copy.
4
Submit To The City
Bring the checklist and documents to the Permit Center with an appointment.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Change of Ownership Checklist?: No. The checklist itself is signed without a notary, but the required documentation includes a notarized release letter from the previous owner.
How do I submit the Change of Ownership Checklist?: Bring the completed checklist and associated documents to the City’s Permit Center at 455 North Rexford Drive. An appointment is required.
What documents must accompany the checklist?: The checklist names a notarized release letter, a copy of the deed, letters from the registered design professionals and contractor of record, and applicable bond and permit materials.
Does the checklist apply to every permit activity?: The form says an administrative fee applies to each permit activity. A pre-construction meeting is required only for large projects when the contractor of record is also changing.

Need something notarized?

This Change of Ownership Checklist doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Beverly Hills form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.