Auburn, CA · Placer County
Alternate Materials or Methods of Construction and/or Design Request
Owners, architects, engineers, and contractors use this request to seek approval for proposed alternate construction materials, methods, or design.
What this form is
Use this request to ask the City of Auburn to approve an alternate material, construction method, or design for a project. The form asks for project and building details, the subject of the alternative, the applicable code requirement, the proposed alternative, and justification. Submit two copies of all documents, including plans showing the proposed alternative; references, test reports, or expert opinions may support the request.
Who needs it
An owner, architect, engineer, contractor, or other requester seeking approval for an alternate material, construction method, or design may submit this request.
How to submit it
Submit two copies of all documents, including plans showing the proposed alternate, to the Building Department at 1225 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA 95603. A minimum plan check fee equal to the current hourly rate is due upon submittal.
About notarization
This request is signed and dated without a notary; supporting references, test reports, or expert opinions may be attached, but no notarized attachment is identified.
How to submit this form
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Download The Request
Download the Alternate Materials or Methods of Construction and/or Design Request.
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Complete The Project Details
Enter project and building information, identify the subject and code requirement, and describe the proposed alternative and justification.
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Gather Supporting Documents
Prepare two copies of all documents, including plans showing the proposed alternate; attach references, test reports, or expert opinions if applicable.
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Submit To The Building Department
Submit the two copies to 1225 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA 95603. The form states that a minimum plan check fee equal to the current hourly rate is due.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Alternate Materials or Methods Request?
- It is a request to the City of Auburn for approval of an alternate material, construction method, or design. It collects project details, code requirements, the proposed alternative, and supporting justification.
- Who can request approval?
- The form lists owners, architects or engineers, contractors, and other requesters. It asks the requester to identify their role and provide contact information and a signature.
- How do I submit the request?
- Submit two copies of all documents, including plans showing the proposed alternate, to the Building Department at 1225 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA 95603. A minimum plan check fee equal to the current hourly rate is due upon submittal.
- Do I need a notary for this request?
- No. The request is signed and dated without a notary. References, test reports, or expert opinions may be attached, but the form does not identify any notarized attachment.