Claremont, CA · Los Angeles County
Land Use Application
This application lets property owners request land-use approvals, such as permits, variances, zone changes, or amendments, from Claremont’s Community Development Department.
- California-licensed notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Use this application to request a listed land-use approval and provide applicant, property, and project information. The form requires each property owner to certify ownership and the accuracy of the application before a notary; an agent must attach a notarized owner authorization letter. Applicants must also provide a written justification and submit supporting materials identified by the city, which vary by application type.
Who needs it
Property owners seeking a listed land-use approval in Claremont must file this application, and agents must include a notarized authorization letter from the owner of record.
Why it needs a notary
The certification statement includes a subscribed-and-sworn jurat; each property owner signing the ownership and application certification must sign before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Get the Land Use Application from the City of Claremont.
- 2
Fill In The Application
Enter applicant and property details, select the application type, and prepare the required written justification and supporting materials.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange an appointment with a commissioned online notary, subject to applicable notarization rules and city acceptance.
- 4
Sign On Video
Each property owner signs the certification statement before the notary.
- 5
Submit To The City
Submit the completed application and applicable supporting documents to Claremont’s Community Development Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Claremont. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed California online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get the owner certification notarized?
- Complete the application, then sign the certification statement before a notary. Each property owner involved must sign; an agent also needs a notarized owner authorization letter.
- Do I need a notary for every land-use application?
- The form says the property owner’s certification must be signed and notarized. It also requires a notarized authorization letter when someone acts as the owner’s agent.
- Can I use an online notary for this form?
- California notaries cannot perform remote online notarization until the Secretary of State certifies the technology or 2030. California recognizes out-of-state notarizations under Civil Code §1189(b); ask the city about acceptance and confirm with the city if unsure.
- What documents must accompany the application?
- The form lists project plans, a radius map, mailing list, legal description, justification statement, preliminary title report, owner certifications, fee agreement, and environmental information form. Contact Planning to confirm applicable requirements.
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Land Use Application in other California cities
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