Escondido, CA · San Diego County
Development Agreement
Qualified applicants with an interest in property submit this application package to request a negotiated development agreement with the City of Escondido.
What this form is
This application package requests a negotiated agreement between the City Council and a developer for a development project. A qualified applicant must meet with Planning staff before submitting and provide a signed Discretionary Permit General Application, proof of property interest and agent authority if applicable, the proposed agreement, related applications, and fees. The city reviews the application through the Planning Commission and City Council.
Who needs it
A property owner or authorized agent with a legal or equitable interest in the property needs this package to seek a development agreement.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the property owner certifies under penalty of perjury that they own the property and consent to the requested action.
How to submit this form
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Download the Agreement Package
Download the Development Agreement document.
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Meet With Planning Staff
Arrange the required pre-application meeting with a member of Planning staff before submitting.
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Complete and Sign the Application
Complete and sign the Discretionary Permit General Application; applicant and property owner signature lines are required.
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Gather Required Materials
Include proof of property interest, proof of agent authority if applicable, the proposed agreement, related applications, and fees.
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Submit to the City
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Development Agreement application package do?
- It lets a qualified applicant request a negotiated development agreement with the City Council for a development project.
- Who can apply for a Development Agreement?
- A qualified applicant with a legal or equitable interest in the property may apply. An authorized agent may also act for the applicant.
- Do I need a notary for the Development Agreement?
- No. This document is signed without a notary. The property owner does certify under penalty of perjury that they own the property and consent to the requested action.
- How do I submit the Development Agreement application?
- The document requires a pre-application meeting with Planning staff but does not give a submission address or method. Check the city website for current contact details.
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This Development Agreement doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Escondido form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.