Monterey Park, CA · Los Angeles County
Structural Observation Program and Designation of the Structural Observer
Owners use this form to identify the structural observer for a project and document the required structural observation areas and systems.
What this form is
This form records the project address, permit application number, work description, owner, architect, and engineer, and identifies the firm or individual responsible for structural observation. The owner signs to declare the observer is hired; the architect or engineer of record also signs when the observer differs from that professional. It provides checkboxes for observation areas and systems, with only checked items required.
Who needs it
A project owner uses this form to designate a structural observer, with an architect or engineer of record signing when the observer is different.
How to submit it
The form lists the Building and Safety Division at 320 West Newmark Avenue, Monterey Park, California 91754-2896, and [email protected]; it does not specify a submission method.
About notarization
This form is signed and dated without a notary; it lists no notarized or sworn attachment, so the owner and, when required, architect or engineer sign and date it.
How to submit this form
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Download The Form
Download the Structural Observation Program and Designation of the Structural Observer form.
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Complete Project Details
Fill in the project address, permit application number, work description, owner, architect, and engineer.
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Identify Observation Requirements
Name the responsible firm or individual and check the applicable observation items; only checked items are required.
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Sign And Contact The Division
The owner signs and dates the declaration. The architect or engineer of record also signs if the observer differs; contact Building and Safety for submission details.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Structural Observation Program form do?
- It records project information, identifies the firm or individual responsible for structural observation, and lets the owner and, when required, the architect or engineer of record make their declarations.
- Who needs to complete this form?
- The project owner completes the form to designate the structural observer. The architect or engineer of record also signs if the designated observer is different from that professional.
- Do I need a notary for this form?
- No. This form is signed and dated without a notary, and it lists no notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the Structural Observation Program form?
- The form lists the Building and Safety Division and its address and email, but does not specify a submission method. Check the city website for current contact details.
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