Lathrop, CA · San Joaquin County
Alternate Materials & Methods Request Form
Property owners and applicants use this form to request City of Lathrop approval for alternative building materials, designs, or construction methods.
What this form is
The form requests consideration and approval of alternative materials, designs, or construction methods for a project. It asks for project and permit information, a description and justification of the alternative, relevant code requirements, and supporting documentation. Property owners, applicants, and design professionals provide contact details and signatures; the city uses the remaining sections for official review.
Who needs it
Property owners and applicants seeking approval for alternative materials, designs, or construction methods for a project in Lathrop use this form.
How to submit it
Email the completed form and supporting documentation to [email protected], or send them to the Building Department at 390 Towne Centre Drive, Lathrop, CA 95330.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the property owner, applicant, and design professional sign and date, and supporting documentation may be attached.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Form
Download the Alternate Materials & Methods Request Form.
- 2
Complete Project Details
Enter project and permit information and describe the alternative, applicable code requirements, and justification.
- 3
Gather Supporting Documents
Attach supporting references, test reports, expert opinions, or other documentation, and list the attachments.
- 4
Sign And Submit
Have the property owner, applicant, and design professional sign and date, then email or mail the form and attachments to the Building Department.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Alternate Materials & Methods Request Form for?
- It asks the City of Lathrop to consider and approve alternative materials, designs, or construction methods for a project.
- What information and attachments does the form request?
- Provide project details, the alternative being requested, relevant code requirements, and a justification. Attach supporting documentation such as references, test reports, or expert opinions.
- Do I need a notary for the Alternate Materials & Methods Request Form?
- No. This document is signed without a notary. The property owner, applicant, and design professional sign and date; supporting documentation may be attached.
- How do I submit the Alternate Materials & Methods Request Form?
- Email the completed form and supporting documentation to [email protected], or send them to the Building Department at 390 Towne Centre Drive, Lathrop, CA 95330.
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