West Covina, CA · Los Angeles County
Zone Change Application
This packet is for property owners and applicants seeking a zone change in West Covina; it includes the application, required owner permission, and supporting planning and environmental materials.
- California-licensed notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
West Covina’s Planning Division uses this 13-page packet to process a zone change application, including the requested zoning and project details. The city requires notarized owner permission for the application to be accepted, along with a filing fee, an Environmental Information Form, a property owners list, a radius map, and other items listed in the instructions. The packet also includes a deposit agreement and an occupant permission form.
Who needs it
Property owners and applicants proposing a zone change in West Covina need this packet and must submit notarized owner permission with the application.
Why it needs a notary
The packet shows no printed jurat or acknowledgment block; each legal owner must sign the Owner’s Permission, which the form says must be notarized.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Packet
Download the West Covina Zone Change Application packet and review its instructions and submission checklist.
- 2
Complete the Required Sections
Fill in the application and supporting materials, including the project details and Owner’s Permission.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a notarization for the Owner’s Permission and check that the notary can serve your signing needs.
- 4
Sign on Video
Follow the notary’s instructions and sign the Owner’s Permission during the online notarization appointment.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the notarized permission and the other required materials to West Covina’s Planning Division.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from West Covina. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed California online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get the Owner’s Permission notarized?
- Complete the Owner’s Permission section and arrange for each legal owner to sign it before a notary. The packet says this permission must be notarized for the Planning Division to accept the application.
- Do I need to notarize the entire zone change packet?
- The packet specifically says the Owner’s Permission must be notarized. It also lists a notarized certification of the property owners list among the submission requirements; confirm with the city if unsure.
- Can I use an online notary for this form?
- California notaries cannot perform remote online notarization until the Secretary of State certifies the technology or 2030. California recognizes out-of-state notarizations under Civil Code §1189(b); a commissioned online notary may be an option.
- What else must I submit with the application?
- The packet lists a filing fee, Environmental Information Form, property owners list, 500-foot radius map, occupant permission form, and other application materials. Review the instructions and checklist for the complete submission requirements.
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