El Monte, CA · Los Angeles County
Notice to Prospective Businesses Statement of Intended Use
Prospective businesses complete this form to give the fire department information about their building, operations, and intended use of the property.
What this form is
The form helps the fire department assess which fire and life safety requirements may apply to a prospective business. It asks for building details, answers to questions about activities and hazards, and information about fire protection systems. Applicants are also instructed to provide a signed letter describing the intended use and materials, a site or floor plan, and completed occupant emergency information.
Who needs it
A business owner or authorized agent preparing to occupy or operate a business at a property should complete the form and provide the listed supporting materials.
How to submit it
Bring the completed form and listed materials to the jurisdictional Fire Prevention Office to obtain a fire department stamp. The document does not give an office address.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the hazardous materials declaration is signed and dated, and the intended-use letter must be signed by the business owner or authorized agent.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Form
Download the Statement of Intended Use form.
- 2
Complete The Form
Fill in building information, answer the questionnaire, and complete the applicable sections.
- 3
Gather Supporting Materials
Prepare a signed intended-use letter, a site or floor plan, and completed occupant emergency information.
- 4
Bring Materials To The Fire Prevention Office
Bring the completed form and listed materials to the jurisdictional Fire Prevention Office for a fire department stamp.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Statement of Intended Use form for?
- It helps the fire department assess which fire and life safety requirements may apply to a prospective business based on its building and intended operations.
- What materials must I provide with the form?
- The document lists a signed intended-use letter from the business owner or authorized agent, a site or floor plan, and completed occupant emergency information.
- Do I need a notary for the Statement of Intended Use form?
- No. The form is signed without a notary; the hazardous materials declaration is signed and dated, and the intended-use letter must be signed by the business owner or authorized agent.
- How do I submit the Statement of Intended Use form?
- Bring the completed form and the listed supporting materials to the jurisdictional Fire Prevention Office to obtain a fire department stamp.
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