What is the Zoning Clearance Application used for?

It requests zoning clearance for a project and collects details about the proposed work, property, and applicant. The checklist identifies plans and other items to include.

Who should complete this application?

Applicants seeking zoning clearance for a Temple City project should complete it. If the applicant is not the property owner, the owner must consent by signing or providing a letter of authorization.

Do I need a notary for the Zoning Clearance Application?

No. The application states it is signed under penalty of perjury and does not require notarization; the signer signs and dates it.

How do I submit the Zoning Clearance Application?

Consult the Planning Division before submitting to confirm the required items. The form lists the city's online application portal for submittal.

Temple City, CA · Los Angeles County

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Zoning Clearance Application

Temple City property owners and applicants use this application to request zoning clearance for a proposed project and provide project and property details.

What this form is

The application requests zoning clearance for projects such as ADUs, remodels, pools, driveway paving, and tenant improvements. Applicants provide project and property information, select the permit type, and sign a certification; the accompanying checklist identifies required plans, documents, and fees. Consult the Planning Division before submitting to confirm the items needed for a complete application.

Who needs it

Applicants seeking zoning clearance for a project in Temple City should complete this application and gather the applicable checklist items.

How to submit it

Consult the Planning Division before submitting to confirm the required items. Submit online through the city's application portal at ci.temple-city.ca.us/1202/Apply-Online.

About notarization

This application is signed under penalty of perjury without notarization; the signer signs and dates it.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Zoning Clearance Application and its submittal checklist.
2
Complete The Application
Select the applicable permit request, describe the project, provide property and applicant information, and sign and date the application.
3
Gather Required Items
Use the checklist to gather applicable plans, proof of ownership, fees, and any additional forms or documents required for the project.
4
Submit To The City
Consult the Planning Division to confirm required items, then submit through the online portal listed on the form.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Zoning Clearance Application used for?: It requests zoning clearance for a project and collects details about the proposed work, property, and applicant. The checklist identifies plans and other items to include.
Who should complete this application?: Applicants seeking zoning clearance for a Temple City project should complete it. If the applicant is not the property owner, the owner must consent by signing or providing a letter of authorization.
Do I need a notary for the Zoning Clearance Application?: No. The application states it is signed under penalty of perjury and does not require notarization; the signer signs and dates it.
How do I submit the Zoning Clearance Application?: Consult the Planning Division before submitting to confirm the required items. The form lists the city's online application portal for submittal.

Need something notarized?

This Zoning Clearance Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Temple City form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.