Calistoga, CA · Napa County
Alternate Means and Methods
This form requests city approval of alternate construction materials or methods and is completed by a project owner, architect, engineer, or contractor.
What this form is
Use this form to request approval of alternate materials or methods of construction for a project. It asks for project details, the code requirement, the proposed alternate, and a justification; supporting details or reference materials may be attached. Submit two copies of the documents, including plans showing the proposed alternate, for consideration by the city’s Building Division.
Who needs it
Project owners, architects, engineers, or contractors seeking approval for alternate construction materials or methods can complete this request.
How to submit it
Submit two copies of all documents, including plans showing the proposed alternate, to the Planning, Building & Environmental Services Department, Building Division. The form says the architect or engineer must wet stamp and sign.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the owner signs, and the architect or engineer must wet stamp and sign the request.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download the Form
Download the Alternate Means and Methods PDF.
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Complete the Request
Provide project information, the code requirement, the proposed alternate, and a justification.
- 3
Gather Supporting Documents
Include plans showing the proposed alternate and any supporting details or reference materials.
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Submit Two Copies
Submit two copies of all documents to the Planning, Building & Environmental Services Department, Building Division.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Alternate Means and Methods form request?
- It requests city approval of alternate materials or methods of construction and asks for project information, the code requirement, the proposed alternate, and a justification.
- Do I need a notary for the Alternate Means and Methods form?
- No. This form is signed without a notary. The owner signs, and the architect or engineer must wet stamp and sign the request.
- How do I submit the Alternate Means and Methods form?
- Submit two copies of all documents, including plans showing the proposed alternate, to the Planning, Building & Environmental Services Department, Building Division.