Do I need a notary for the Over The Counter Permit Application?

No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. Temporary power pole work requires a signed affidavit.

Who can apply for an over-the-counter permit?

The declaration allows a California licensed contractor, the property owner, or someone authorized to act on the property owner’s behalf to apply.

How do I submit the Over The Counter Permit Application?

Submittals are accepted by appointment. Call (805) 461-5000 or email permitcenter@atascadero.org; incomplete and walk-in submittals will not be accepted at the counter.

What supporting documents might be required?

Requirements depend on the work. The form lists contractor, owner, or authorized-agent declaration pages and specifies documents such as a site plan, gas line schematic, or manufacturer’s specifications for certain work.

Atascadero, CA · San Luis Obispo County

No notary required

Over The Counter Permit Application

Property owners, contractors, and authorized agents use this application to request an Atascadero over-the-counter construction permit for eligible work.

What this form is

This application requests an over-the-counter construction permit for listed work such as replacements, repairs, roofing, or a meter upgrade. It asks for the project address and description, selected work, owner and permit details, and the responsible party’s declaration and signature. The form also explains permit limitations, possible fees, and supporting information required for certain work.

Who needs it

Property owners, licensed contractors, or authorized agents seeking an over-the-counter construction permit for work listed on the application should complete it.

How to submit it

Submittals are accepted by appointment; call (805) 461-5000 or email [email protected]. Incomplete submittals and walk-in submittals will not be accepted at the counter.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; a signed affidavit is required for temporary power pole work.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Over The Counter Permit Application.
2
Complete The Form
Enter the project address and description, select the applicable work, provide owner details, and sign and date the declaration.
3
Gather Required Documents
Include the declaration pages and any work-specific documents identified on the form, such as a required site plan or signed affidavit.
4
Arrange Submission
Call (805) 461-5000 or email [email protected] to arrange an appointment; incomplete and walk-in submittals are not accepted.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Over The Counter Permit Application?: No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. Temporary power pole work requires a signed affidavit.
Who can apply for an over-the-counter permit?: The declaration allows a California licensed contractor, the property owner, or someone authorized to act on the property owner’s behalf to apply.
How do I submit the Over The Counter Permit Application?: Submittals are accepted by appointment. Call (805) 461-5000 or email [email protected]; incomplete and walk-in submittals will not be accepted at the counter.
What supporting documents might be required?: Requirements depend on the work. The form lists contractor, owner, or authorized-agent declaration pages and specifies documents such as a site plan, gas line schematic, or manufacturer’s specifications for certain work.

Need something notarized?

This Over The Counter Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Atascadero form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.