Do I need a notary for the Home Occupancy Permit Application?

No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. If the owner’s name differs from County Assessor records, attach a Grant Deed copy.

What information does the application request?

It asks for property owner and business information, a business description, and signatures confirming ownership and compliance with the listed home-occupancy conditions.

When should I attach a Grant Deed?

Attach a copy of the Grant Deed if the property owner’s name on the application does not match County Assessor records.

Colton, CA · San Bernardino County

No notary required

Home Occupancy Permit Application Form

Colton property owners use this application to request zoning clearance for a home office or other limited business activity in a residential area.

What this form is

The application requests a Home Occupancy Permit for a home office or other limited business activity in a residential area. Applicants initial conditions describing permitted home occupations, provide property and business details, and sign certifications. A property owner must attach a Grant Deed copy if their name does not match County Assessor records; after the application is accepted, the form instructs applicants to pay the stated fee.

Who needs it

Property owners seeking approval for a home office or other limited business activity in a residential area must complete the application.

How to submit it

Complete and sign the application, then submit it to the Development Services Department at 659 N. La Cadena Drive, Colton. The form states that the fee is due after the application is accepted.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; attach a Grant Deed copy if the owner’s name differs from County Assessor records, and sign and date the certifications.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Home Occupancy Permit Application Form.
2
Complete The Application
Initial the listed conditions, enter the requested property and business details, and sign and date the certifications.
3
Gather The Attachment
Attach a Grant Deed copy if the owner’s name does not match County Assessor records.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the application to the Development Services Department at 659 N. La Cadena Drive, Colton.
5
Pay After Acceptance
Pay the fee stated on the form after the application has been accepted.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Home Occupancy Permit Application?: No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. If the owner’s name differs from County Assessor records, attach a Grant Deed copy.
How do I submit the Home Occupancy Permit Application?: Submit the completed application to the Development Services Department at 659 N. La Cadena Drive, Colton. The form says the fee is due after acceptance.
What information does the application request?: It asks for property owner and business information, a business description, and signatures confirming ownership and compliance with the listed home-occupancy conditions.
When should I attach a Grant Deed?: Attach a copy of the Grant Deed if the property owner’s name on the application does not match County Assessor records.

Need something notarized?

This Home Occupancy Permit Application Form doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Colton form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.