Fontana, CA · San Bernardino County

No notary required

Home Occupation Permit Checklist

Fontana residents applying for a home occupation permit use this checklist to prepare the required application materials and first-submittal items.

What this form is

This checklist outlines the materials required for a first submittal for a Fontana home occupation permit. Applicants must provide a Uniform Application Form, the appropriate filing fee, and plans that include a site plan, elevations, a detailed business description, and a floor plan. A Cottage Food Checklist is required for all cottage food operations, and the document references the Fontana Zoning and Development Code.

Who needs it

Fontana residents applying for a home occupation permit need this checklist to prepare the materials required for their first submittal.

How to submit it

Upload the first-submittal materials to your Build Fontana account; create an account through the linked Accela portal if needed. Submit the appropriate filing fee at the time of application.

About notarization

This checklist has no notary block and identifies no notarized attachment or sworn step; its text does not specify a signature or date requirement.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download the Checklist

    Download the Home Occupation Permit Checklist to review the first-submittal requirements.

  2. 2

    Complete the Application

    Prepare the Uniform Application Form and plans, including a site plan, elevations, business description, and floor plan.

  3. 3

    Gather Required Attachments

    Include the appropriate filing fee. Add a Cottage Food Checklist for any cottage food operation.

  4. 4

    Submit Through Build Fontana

    Upload the first-submittal materials to your Build Fontana account and submit the fee at the time of application.

Frequently asked questions

What materials does the Home Occupation Permit Checklist require?
It lists a Uniform Application Form, the appropriate filing fee, and plans with a site plan, elevations, business description, and floor plan. Cottage food operations also need a Cottage Food Checklist.
How do I submit the home occupation permit materials?
Upload the first-submittal materials to your Build Fontana account. The checklist says to create an account through its linked Accela portal if you do not have one.
Do I need a notary for the Home Occupation Permit Checklist?
No. The checklist has no notary block and identifies no notarized attachment or sworn step. It does not specify a signature or date requirement.

Need something notarized?

This Home Occupation Permit Checklist doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Fontana form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.