What does the Authorization to Act as an Agent form do?

It lets a property owner authorize a named person to obtain permits for work described on the form at the owner’s Foster City property.

Who completes this form?

The property owner provides the property address and work description, names the authorized agent, and signs and prints their name.

Do I need a notary for the Authorization to Act as an Agent form?

No. The form has no notary block and mentions no notarized or sworn attachment; the property owner signs and prints their name.

How do I submit the Authorization to Act as an Agent form?

Submit it with your permit application to the Foster City Building Division at 610 Foster City Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404.

Foster City, CA · San Mateo County

No notary required

Authorization to Act as an Agent

Property owners use this form to authorize another person to obtain permits for described work at their Foster City property.

What this form is

This form authorizes a named agent to obtain permits for work at the property address provided by the owner. Foster City requires it to be submitted with the permit application; it asks for the property address, work description, agent’s name, and the owner’s signature and printed name.

Who needs it

A Foster City property owner who wants another person to obtain permits for work at their property needs to complete this form.

How to submit it

Submit this form with your permit application to the Foster City Building Division, 610 Foster City Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404. The form lists [email protected] and 650-286-3227 for contact.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; no notarized or sworn attachment is mentioned, so the property owner signs and prints their name.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Form
Download the Authorization to Act as an Agent form.
2
Complete the Form
Enter the property address, describe the work, name the agent, and have the property owner sign and print their name.
3
Pair With Your Permit Application
The form says it must be submitted along with your permit application.
4
Submit to the Building Division
Submit both to the Foster City Building Division at 610 Foster City Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Authorization to Act as an Agent form do?: It lets a property owner authorize a named person to obtain permits for work described on the form at the owner’s Foster City property.
Who completes this form?: The property owner provides the property address and work description, names the authorized agent, and signs and prints their name.
Do I need a notary for the Authorization to Act as an Agent form?: No. The form has no notary block and mentions no notarized or sworn attachment; the property owner signs and prints their name.
How do I submit the Authorization to Act as an Agent form?: Submit it with your permit application to the Foster City Building Division at 610 Foster City Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404.

Need something notarized?

This Authorization to Act as an Agent doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Foster City form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.