Foster City, CA · San Mateo County
Courtesy Neighbor Notification Form for Junior Accessory Dwelling Units and Accessory Dwelling Units
Applicants use this form to document courtesy notification of neighboring property owners about a proposed junior accessory dwelling unit or accessory dwelling unit.
What this form is
The form records that an applicant notified neighboring property owners about a proposed junior accessory dwelling unit or accessory dwelling unit. The applicant lists each neighbor’s name and address, the notification date, and whether contact was by mail or in person, then returns the form with the application. It also includes project information and a section for neighbors to acknowledge receiving the courtesy notice.
Who needs it
Applicants for a junior accessory dwelling unit or accessory dwelling unit use this form to document courtesy notice to neighboring property owners.
How to submit it
Return the completed form to the Community Development Department with your application at 610 Foster City Boulevard, Foster City, CA 94404.
About notarization
No notary is required; the applicant signs under penalty of perjury, and neighbors may sign and date the receipt acknowledgment.
How to submit this form
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Download the Form
Download the courtesy neighbor notification form for a proposed ADU or JADU.
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Notify Neighbors
Notify neighboring property owners and record their names, addresses, notification dates, and contact method.
- 3
Complete the Form
Enter the project address and description, then sign and date the applicant certification.
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Submit With Your Application
Return the completed form with your application to the Community Development Department at the address shown on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the ADU neighbor notification form?
- No. The applicant signs under penalty of perjury, but the form has no notary block. Neighbors may sign and date the receipt acknowledgment.
- How do I submit the completed form?
- Return it with your application to the Community Development Department at 610 Foster City Boulevard, Foster City, CA 94404.
- What information does the applicant provide?
- The applicant provides neighboring property owners’ names and addresses, notification dates, contact method, and the proposed project address and description.
- Does the form provide a way to appeal an ADU or JADU approval?
- No. The form states that the notice is for courtesy purposes and that there is no recourse to file an appeal of the decision approving a JADU or ADU.
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This Courtesy Neighbor Notification Form for Junior Accessory Dwelling Units and Accessory Dwelling Units doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Foster City form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.