Arroyo Grande, CA · San Luis Obispo County

No notary required

Home Occupation Permit

Arroyo Grande residents use this application to describe a proposed business at home so the Community Development Department can review it for permit compliance.

What this form is

Use this application to give the City of Arroyo Grande information needed to determine whether a proposed home occupation complies with city ordinances and policies. It asks for applicant and property owner details, business activities, storage plans, and the area of the residence used. The form also lists permit conditions and prohibited uses; a current City Business License is required before the permit is valid.

Who needs it

Residents proposing to operate a business from their home in Arroyo Grande should complete this application for city review.

How to submit it

The form identifies the Community Development Department at 300 E. Branch Street, Arroyo Grande, California 93420, and [email protected]. It does not state a submission method or fee.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the applicant signs and dates the certification, and any required plot plan, letter, or safety data sheets are not identified as notarized.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Home Occupation Permit application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Provide applicant and owner information, describe the business and activities, and state where supplies will be stored and how much residence area will be used.

  3. 3

    Gather Supporting Materials

    Attach a plot plan if the business involves supply storage. If customers or students will visit, attach the requested letter; list hazardous materials and provide their safety data sheets.

  4. 4

    Sign And Contact The City

    Sign and date the application, then use the Community Development Department contact details printed on the form to confirm how to submit it.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Home Occupation Permit application for?
It gives Arroyo Grande information to review whether a proposed business at a residence complies with city ordinances and policies.
What information and attachments does the application request?
It asks about the applicant, property owner, business activities, storage, and area used. Depending on the activity, it may call for a plot plan, a visit-approval request letter, or safety data sheets.
Do I need a notary for the Home Occupation Permit application?
No. The applicant signs and dates the certification without a notary. The form does not identify its requested plot plan, letter, or safety data sheets as notarized.
How do I submit the Home Occupation Permit application?
The form lists the Community Development Department at 300 E. Branch Street and [email protected], but does not specify a submission method. Check the city website for current contact details.

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