Who uses the Home Occupation Application?

Atherton residents seeking permission to conduct a business as a home occupation use this application to request a home occupation zoning permit.

What information does the application request?

It asks for property and business details, ownership type, contact information, the business start date, and signatures and dates.

Do I need a notary for the Home Occupation Application?

No. The application is signed and dated without a notary, and the form lists no notarized or sworn attachment or related step.

Atherton, CA · San Mateo County

No notary required

Home Occupation Application and Requirements

Atherton residents and business owners use this application to request a home occupation zoning permit and certify compliance with the listed requirements.

What this form is

This application requests a home occupation zoning permit and includes requirements for operating a business from a dwelling. It asks for property and business details, ownership type, contact information, and the business start date, along with signatures and dates. The form states that an annual business license is required and lists a one-time, non-refundable $100 fee for the permit.

Who needs it

Atherton residents seeking to conduct a home occupation need this application and must meet the requirements listed on its reverse side.

How to submit it

Complete the application and remit it to the Town of Atherton, 91 Ashfield Road, Atherton, California 94027. The form lists a one-time, non-refundable $100 fee.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the form lists no notarized or sworn attachment or related step.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Home Occupation Application and Requirements PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Fill in the property and business information, then sign and date the certification.
3
Gather Required Signatures
Have the property owner sign and date the application if different from the business owner.
4
Submit To The Town
Remit the application to the Town of Atherton at 91 Ashfield Road with the listed one-time, non-refundable $100 fee.

Frequently asked questions

Who uses the Home Occupation Application?: Atherton residents seeking permission to conduct a business as a home occupation use this application to request a home occupation zoning permit.
What information does the application request?: It asks for property and business details, ownership type, contact information, the business start date, and signatures and dates.
How do I submit the Home Occupation Application?: Complete the application and remit it to the Town of Atherton, 91 Ashfield Road, Atherton, California 94027. The form lists a one-time, non-refundable $100 fee.
Do I need a notary for the Home Occupation Application?: No. The application is signed and dated without a notary, and the form lists no notarized or sworn attachment or related step.

Need something notarized?

This Home Occupation Application and Requirements doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Atherton form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.