Atascadero, CA · San Luis Obispo County
Over-the-Counter Permit Application
Contractors or property owners use this application to request an over-the-counter building permit for eligible replacement, repair, roofing, and other listed work.
What this form is
The application requests an over-the-counter permit for listed work, including electrical, plumbing, window, heater, roofing, and other replacements or repairs. Applicants provide the project address and description, identify the work, and complete the applicable owner or contractor information and declarations. The form says replacement work must be like for like and identifies attachments required for certain work.
Who needs it
A contractor, property owner, or authorized agent seeking an over-the-counter permit for work listed on the application needs this form.
How to submit it
Submittals are accepted by appointment; call (805) 461-5000 or email [email protected] to arrange one. The form lists fees for water heater, minor, and major over-the-counter permits.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the contractor makes an affirmation under penalty of perjury, but the form does not request notarization.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Over-the-Counter Permit Application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Enter the project address and description, select the work type, and complete the applicable owner or contractor information and declarations.
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Gather Required Documents
Check the form for attachments required for the selected work, such as a site plan or other specified documents.
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Arrange An Appointment
Call (805) 461-5000 or email [email protected] to arrange a submittal appointment; incomplete and walk-in submittals are not accepted at the counter.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Over-the-Counter Permit Application?
- No. The application has signature and date lines and includes a contractor affirmation under penalty of perjury, but it does not request notarization.
- How do I submit the Over-the-Counter Permit Application?
- Submittals are accepted by appointment. Call (805) 461-5000 or email [email protected] to arrange an appointment; incomplete and walk-in submittals are not accepted at the counter.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for the project address and description, the type of work, owner details, and applicable contractor information and declarations.
- What attachments may be required?
- The form identifies additional documents for certain work, including a site plan for specified work and supporting documents for some replacement or repair categories.