Pismo Beach, CA · San Luis Obispo County

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Zoning and Building Clearance

This supplement collects business and site details for zoning and building clearance before the city processes a business license application.

What this form is

A business license will not be processed until the business location has been approved. This supplement asks for business contact and location details, planned alterations, parking, employees, and the nature of the business. It also requests floor and parking plans, information about water use and other required permits, and hazardous materials details if applicable.

Who needs it

Businesses applying for a business license must provide this supplement so their business location can be reviewed for approval.

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 form is signed without a notary; it identifies no notarized attachment or sworn step, so the signer just signs and dates it.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Form

    Download the Zoning and Building Clearance form.

  2. 2

    Complete The Business Details

    Fill in the business, location, contact, parking, employee, and activity information requested.

  3. 3

    Gather The Requested Plans

    Provide the requested floor plan and parking plan; include hazardous materials information if applicable.

  4. 4

    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 is the Zoning and Building Clearance form for?
It collects business and site information for review of a business location. The form says a business license will not be processed until the location has been approved.
What information and plans does the form request?
It asks for business details, planned alterations, parking, employees, and business activities. It also requests floor and parking plans, water-use information, other required permits, and hazardous materials details if applicable.
Do I need a notary for the Zoning and Building Clearance form?
No. This form has no notary block and identifies no notarized attachment or sworn step; the signer just signs and dates it.
How do I submit the Zoning and Building Clearance form?
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details. The form lists the Planning Division for assistance filling it out.

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