Palmdale, CA · Los Angeles County

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Senate Bill 9 Eligibility Checklist and Pre-Clearance Form

Property owners and applicants use this checklist to request Planning Clearance for a proposed SB 9 two-unit development, urban lot split, or both.

What this form is

This form requests Planning Clearance for a proposed Senate Bill 9 two-unit development, urban lot split, or both. The city requires clearance before a building permit application for a two-unit development or a parcel map application for an urban lot split. It asks about the applicant, property, proposed work, eligibility criteria, and required certifications; supporting documents vary by project type.

Who needs it

Property owners and applicants proposing an SB 9 two-unit development, urban lot split, or both in Palmdale need this form.

How to submit it

The form lists the Planning Division at 38250 Sierra Highway, Palmdale, CA 93550, and [email protected]. It directs applicants to contact Planning Division staff for assistance.

About notarization

This checklist is signed without a notary; the required owner affidavit guaranteeing rental and Ellis Act history must be signed and notarized.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Form

    Download the Senate Bill 9 Eligibility Checklist and Pre-Clearance Form.

  2. 2

    Complete The Checklist

    Provide applicant and site information, identify the proposal, and answer the eligibility and project standards questions.

  3. 3

    Gather Required Attachments

    Collect the required title report, occupancy evidence, notarized owner affidavit, and other supporting documents that apply to the project.

  4. 4

    Contact The Planning Division

    Use the Planning Division contact details listed on the form for assistance with submitting the clearance request.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the SB 9 Eligibility Checklist?
No, the checklist itself is signed without a notary. However, the required affidavit guaranteeing rental and Ellis Act history must be signed and notarized.
How do I submit the SB 9 Eligibility Checklist?
The form lists the Planning Division at 38250 Sierra Highway, Palmdale, CA 93550, and [email protected]. Contact Planning Division staff for assistance.
What proposals does this form cover?
It requests Planning Clearance for a Senate Bill 9 two-unit development, an urban lot split, or both.
What supporting documents does the form require?
All projects require a recent Preliminary Title Report, evidence of vacancy or owner occupancy, the signed and notarized affidavit, applicable HOA approval, and evidence of no environmental impacts to western Joshua trees. Additional items depend on the proposal.

Need something notarized?

This Senate Bill 9 Eligibility Checklist and Pre-Clearance Form doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Palmdale form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.