What materials does the application require?

The packet lists a signed owner request letter, completed Uniform Planning Application, site plans, geotechnical information or an initial assessment, and applicable fees. Grading projects also require a grading and drainage plan.

Do I need a notary for this permit application?

No. The document has no notary block; the owner signs the request letter. The packet also describes covenants and agreements that may be required as approval conditions, but does not say they must be notarized.

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No notary required

Greater Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex Exception Permit

This application package is for property owners seeking an exception to landslide-complex land-use regulations for a proposed project in the designated area.

What this form is

The permit allows a property owner to seek an exception to regulations that restrict permits and other approvals in the Greater Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex. A formal application is required for certain exception categories; the packet lists a signed request letter, completed Uniform Planning Application, site plans, geotechnical information, applicable fees, and other materials depending on the project. Approval allows the owner to submit planning applications for a specific project, but is not itself project approval.

Who needs it

Property owners seeking a qualifying exception for a project in the Greater Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex may need to submit this application and its required materials.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the owner signs the request letter, and the signer just signs and dates it.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Permit Packet
Download the Greater Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex Exception Permit packet.
2
Complete the Application Materials
Prepare a signed owner request letter and a completed Uniform Planning Application.
3
Gather Plans and Supporting Information
Include the required site plans, geotechnical information and applicable fees; include a grading and drainage plan if grading is proposed.
4
Submit to the City
Submit the materials to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Greater Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex Exception Permit do?: It lets a property owner request an exception to land-use permit restrictions in the designated landslide complex. Approval allows the owner to submit planning applications for a specific project; it does not approve the project itself.
What materials does the application require?: The packet lists a signed owner request letter, completed Uniform Planning Application, site plans, geotechnical information or an initial assessment, and applicable fees. Grading projects also require a grading and drainage plan.
Do I need a notary for this permit application?: No. The document has no notary block; the owner signs the request letter. The packet also describes covenants and agreements that may be required as approval conditions, but does not say they must be notarized.
How do I submit the landslide exception permit application?: Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

This Greater Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex Exception Permit doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Rancho Palos Verdes form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.