Colton, CA · San Bernardino County
Historic Certificate of Appropriateness Application
Property owners or applicants use this application to request city review of proposed work affecting a designated historic resource or historic district property.
What this form is
This application requests review of proposed construction, additions, alterations, signs, accessory structures, demolition, moving, or land modifications involving a designated historic resource or property in a historic district. It asks for property and applicant details, a proposal description, and supporting materials; a plot plan is required for all applications. The form lists separate major and minor application fees.
Who needs it
Property owners or authorized applicants proposing work on a designated historic resource or property within a historic district should complete this application.
How to submit it
Submit the application to the City of Colton Development Services Department at 659 N. La Cadena Drive, Colton, CA 92324. The form also lists [email protected] and department hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; if the owner's name differs from County Assessor records, attach a copy of the Grant Deed as proof of ownership.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Historic Certificate of Appropriateness application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Describe the property and proposal, provide applicant and owner details, and mark the applicable type of work.
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Gather Attachments
Include a plot plan, required for all applications, and any other applicable listed materials. Attach a Grant Deed if the owner's name differs from County Assessor records.
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Submit To The City
Submit the application to the Development Services Department at the address shown on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Historic Certificate of Appropriateness application for?
- It requests city review of proposed work affecting a designated historic resource or property within a historic district, including construction, alterations, signs, and demolition.
- What attachments are required?
- A plot plan is required for all applications. Other listed attachments include floor plans, elevation drawings, photographs, aerial photographs, and information about proposed modifications.
- Do I need a notary for the Historic Certificate of Appropriateness application?
- No. Sign and date the application without a notary. If the owner's name differs from County Assessor records, attach a copy of the Grant Deed as proof of ownership.
- How do I submit the Historic Certificate of Appropriateness application?
- Submit it to the City of Colton Development Services Department at 659 N. La Cadena Drive, Colton, CA 92324. The form lists [email protected] for contact.
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