Atherton, CA · San Mateo County
Universal Planning Application
Atherton applicants use this application to request planning review for projects such as permits, subdivisions, tree requests, and zoning changes.
What this form is
The Town of Atherton uses this application for a range of planning requests, including permits, subdivisions, tree requests, and zoning actions. Applicants provide contact and property details, describe the project, answer site and environmental questions, and sign ownership and, for discretionary review, indemnification statements. The form also explains submittal checklist requirements and says the application fee is listed in the Master Fee Schedule.
Who needs it
Property owners and project applicants seeking one of the planning reviews listed on the form should complete the application and applicable supporting materials.
How to submit it
Submit the application to the Town of Atherton Planning Department, 80 Fair Oaks Lane, Atherton, CA 94027; contact [email protected] or (650) 752-0544. The form says to find the application fee in the Master Fee Schedule.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; it also allows an owner authorization letter instead of the owner’s signature and requires signatures for discretionary-review indemnification.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Universal Planning Application PDF for the planning request you are making.
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Complete the Application
Select the application type and provide applicant, owner, property, project, and site information.
- 3
Gather Supporting Materials
Use the checklist to identify required submittal items; requirements vary by application type and project.
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Sign and Submit
Sign the applicable ownership and, for discretionary review, indemnification statements, then submit to the Planning Department.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Universal Planning Application used for?
- It covers planning requests listed on the form, including permits, subdivisions, tree requests, zoning actions, and other specified applications.
- Who should complete the application?
- The applicant provides project and contact details, while the property owner provides ownership authorization. The form also includes an architect information section.
- Do I need a notary for the Universal Planning Application?
- No. This document is signed and dated without a notary. An owner authorization letter may replace the owner’s signature, and discretionary-review indemnification requires signatures.
- How do I submit the Universal Planning Application?
- Submit it to the Town of Atherton Planning Department at 80 Fair Oaks Lane, Atherton, CA 94027. The form also lists [email protected] and (650) 752-0544.