Dana Point, CA · Orange County
Request for Modifications - Residential
This form lets residential project owners or their representatives request a favorable ruling from the Building Official on a code modification or alternate construction method.
What this form is
Use this form to request a modification under the 2025 California Residential Code or propose alternate materials, design, construction methods, or equipment. It asks for the project address, owner, project description, permit application number, code title and edition, the subject of the request, and a justification. The form invites supporting data, diagrams, analogies, or manufacturer’s data sheets to be attached.
Who needs it
Residential project owners, architects, engineers, or contractors seeking a favorable Building Official ruling on a modification or alternate construction proposal should complete this form.
How to submit it
Submit it to the Building Official named on the form; check the city website for current contact details and submission instructions.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the requester signs and dates it, and the form does not identify any notarized or sworn attachment.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Form
Download the Residential Request for Modifications form.
- 2
Complete The Request
Fill in the project and owner details, code information, subject of the request, and justification.
- 3
Gather Supporting Information
Attach any supporting data, diagrams, analogies, manufacturer’s data sheets, or other information related to the request.
- 4
Submit To The City
Submit the completed form to the Building Official; check the city website for current contact details and submission instructions.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Residential Request for Modifications form?
- It lets a residential project requester seek a favorable ruling from the Building Official for a code modification or alternate materials, design, construction methods, or equipment.
- What information does the form ask for?
- It asks for project and owner details, the permit application number, code title and edition, the subject of the request, and a justification. Supporting data may be attached.
- Do I need a notary for the Residential Request for Modifications?
- No. This document is signed without a notary; the requester signs and dates it, and the form does not identify any notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the Residential Request for Modifications?
- Submit it to the Building Official named on the form. Check the city website for current contact details and submission instructions.