What is the Hold Harmless Statement for Pre-Approved ADU Plans?

It records project details and the property owner’s agreement concerning use and possible modification of the city’s pre-approved ADU plans.

Who signs this statement?

The property owner signs and dates the statement and provides their printed name and title, along with applicant and project information.

Do I need a notary for the Hold Harmless Statement?

No. The statement is signed without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it, and no notarized or sworn attachment is identified.

Salinas, CA · Monterey County

No notary required

Hold Harmless Statement for Pre-Approved ADU Plans

Property owners using the City of Salinas’s pre-approved ADU plans sign this statement to accept specified responsibilities and release the city and others from claims.

What this form is

This statement applies to users of the city’s pre-approved accessory dwelling unit (ADU) plans. It records the applicant and project details and has the property owner agree to release, defend, and indemnify the City of Salinas and others for claims arising from use of the plans. It also addresses plan modifications and possible additional design, engineering, and review fees.

Who needs it

Property owners using the city’s pre-approved ADU plans provide their name, application number, project address, ADU plan type, signature, date, and title.

How to submit it

Submit it to the Community Development Department at 65 West Alisal Street, Salinas, CA 93901; the form lists (831) 758-7206.

About notarization

This statement is signed without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it, with no notarized or sworn attachment identified.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Statement
Download the Hold Harmless Statement for the city’s pre-approved ADU plans.
2
Complete the Project Details
Provide the applicant name, application number, project address, and ADU plan type.
3
Sign and Date
The property owner signs and dates the statement and provides a printed name and title.
4
Submit to the City
Submit the statement to the Community Development Department at 65 West Alisal Street, Salinas, CA 93901.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Hold Harmless Statement for Pre-Approved ADU Plans?: It records project details and the property owner’s agreement concerning use and possible modification of the city’s pre-approved ADU plans.
Who signs this statement?: The property owner signs and dates the statement and provides their printed name and title, along with applicant and project information.
Do I need a notary for the Hold Harmless Statement?: No. The statement is signed without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it, and no notarized or sworn attachment is identified.
How do I submit the Hold Harmless Statement?: Submit it to the Community Development Department at 65 West Alisal Street, Salinas, CA 93901. The form lists (831) 758-7206.

Need something notarized?

This Hold Harmless Statement for Pre-Approved ADU Plans doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Salinas form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.