Grass Valley, CA · Nevada County
SB9 Duplex/Urban Lot Split Application
This application is for property owners seeking to develop two housing units, split an eligible parcel, or combine both options in Grass Valley.
What this form is
The application describes the eligibility criteria and materials for a proposed SB9 duplex project, urban lot split, or both. Applicants provide project and parcel information, complete an eligibility checklist, and submit a tentative map and supporting documents, including a Universal Application form and preliminary title report. The packet also includes an owner occupancy affidavit for the property owner to sign.
Who needs it
Property owners proposing an eligible residential project or urban lot split in Grass Valley’s Residential Estate or Single-Family zones need this application.
How to submit it
The application identifies the Community Development Department at 125 E. Main Street, Grass Valley, and lists a non-refundable filing fee among the required items. It recommends an eligibility pre-screen with City Planning staff before applying.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the owner signs the occupancy affidavit under penalty of perjury, but the document does not call for notarization.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the SB9 Duplex/Urban Lot Split Application packet.
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Review Eligibility
Check the eligibility criteria and consider the recommended pre-screen with City Planning staff.
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Complete The Application
Select the project purpose, complete the eligibility checklist, and have the property owner sign the occupancy affidavit.
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Gather Required Materials
Include a Universal Application form, a recent preliminary title report, the filing fee, and the required electronic PDF tentative map.
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Submit To The City
Submit the application materials to the Community Development Department at the address listed in the packet.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Grass Valley SB9 application for?
- It covers proposals to build two housing units, split an eligible parcel, or combine an urban lot split with new housing units.
- What materials does the application checklist request?
- The checklist calls for a completed Universal Application form, a preliminary title report dated no more than six months before filing, the filing fee, and a tentative map in electronic PDF format.
- Do I need a notary for the SB9 application?
- No. The owner signs the occupancy affidavit under penalty of perjury, but this document does not require a notary.
- How do I submit the SB9 application?
- The application lists the Community Development Department at 125 E. Main Street, Grass Valley. It recommends an eligibility pre-screen with City Planning staff before submission.
Need something notarized?
This SB9 Duplex/Urban Lot Split Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Grass Valley form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.