San Juan Capistrano, CA · Orange County
Request for Alternate Means and Methods
This request lets a project applicant seek the building official’s approval for code modifications or alternate materials, designs, and construction methods.
What this form is
Use this request to ask the building official to approve a code modification or alternate materials, design, or construction method for a project. It asks for project and permit details, the applicable code title and edition, the proposed alternative, and a justification. Include supporting documentation describing the alternative, comparing it with code requirements, and explaining evaluation methods and any required inspection or testing.
Who needs it
An architect, engineer, contractor, or property owner seeking approval for a project modification or alternate materials, design, or construction methods may submit this request.
How to submit it
Send the request to the Development Services Department at 32400 Paseo Adelanto, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675, or email [email protected].
About notarization
This request is signed without a notary; the registered design professional must date, sign, and stamp the application and supporting documentation.
How to submit this form
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Download The Request
Download the Request for Alternate Means and Methods PDF.
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Complete The Request
Select the request type and enter the project, applicant, code, proposed alternative, and justification details.
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Gather Supporting Documents
Attach supporting data and documentation addressing code comparisons, evaluation methods, and any required inspection or testing.
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Sign And Submit
Have the registered design professional date, sign, and stamp the application and supporting documentation, then email or mail it to Development Services.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Request for Alternate Means and Methods?
- It asks the building official to review a proposed code modification or alternate material, design, or construction method for a project.
- What information and supporting documents are needed?
- Provide project and permit details, the applicable code title and edition, the proposed alternative, and a justification. Include supporting data comparing it with code requirements and documenting evaluation methods, inspections, or testing.
- Do I need a notary for the Request for Alternate Means and Methods?
- No. This request is signed without a notary. The registered design professional must date, sign, and stamp the application and supporting documentation.
- How do I submit the Request for Alternate Means and Methods?
- Send it to the Development Services Department at 32400 Paseo Adelanto, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675, or email [email protected].
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