Novato, CA · Marin County
Agent Authorization Form for Permits
Novato property owners use this form to authorize an individual or company to handle tasks for a specific permit on their behalf.
What this form is
A property owner completes this form to designate an agent for a specific permit. The agent may handle permit applications, fees, plan review responses, resubmittals, and inspection coordination. The form asks for the property address, permit number, agent name and phone, Novato Permits user ID, and the owner’s printed name, signature, and date; a separate form is required for each permit.
Who needs it
A Novato property owner who wants an individual or company to act as their agent for a specific permit needs this form.
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 form does not require a notary; the owner signs and dates it and declares under penalty of perjury that the information is true and correct.
How to submit this form
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Download the Form
Download the Agent Authorization Form for the permit.
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Complete the Form
Enter the property and permit details, agent information, and property owner information.
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Sign and Date
The property owner signs and dates the form and makes the declaration under penalty of perjury.
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Submit to the City
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Agent Authorization Form?
- No. The form does not require a notary, but the owner must sign and date it and make the declaration under penalty of perjury.
- How do I submit the Agent Authorization Form?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
- Does one form cover multiple permits?
- No. The form says a separate authorization is required for each permit for which the property owner designates an agent.
- What information does the form ask for?
- It asks for the property address, permit number, agent’s name and phone, Novato Permits user ID, and the property owner’s printed name, signature, and date.