Atherton, CA · San Mateo County
Universal Planning Application
Atherton’s Universal Planning Application lets property owners and project applicants request planning review for a range of proposed projects and permits.
What this form is
Use this application to request planning review for project types such as accessory dwellings, variances, subdivisions, tree requests, and zoning clearances. The form asks for application type, applicant and property details, project information, development statistics, and ownership authorization. It also provides submittal checklists describing plans, studies, and other materials that may be required; staff confirms checklist items at intake, and missing items may delay acceptance.
Who needs it
Property owners and project applicants seeking one or more of the planning approvals listed on the form should complete it.
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 document is signed without a notary; the property owner and applicant sign and date the affidavit, and no notarized attachment or related step is specified.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Universal Planning Application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Select the application type and provide applicant, property, project, and ownership information.
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Gather Required Materials
Use the submittal checklists to identify plans, studies, and other materials required for your application type.
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Submit To The City
Submit the application to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Universal Planning Application used for?
- It requests planning review for project types listed on the form, including accessory dwellings, subdivisions, variances, heritage tree requests, and zoning clearances.
- What information and materials does the application ask for?
- It asks for applicant, owner, architect, property, and project details. Its checklists describe plans, studies, and other materials that may be required for the selected application type.
- Do I need a notary for the Universal Planning Application?
- No. The document is signed without a notary; the property owner and applicant sign and date the affidavit. It does not specify a notarized attachment or related step.
- How do I submit the Universal Planning Application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.