Cupertino, CA · Santa Clara County

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Permission to Copy Building Plans Affidavit

Property owners or authorized requestors use this affidavit to request permission to copy building plans held by Cupertino's Building Division.

What this form is

The affidavit requests permission to copy building plans or documents and records the site address, permit number, requested plans, and purpose. The requestor and current property owner or authorized agent sign it; written owner or association permission must be attached when applicable. The form also includes a section for the architect or engineer of record to approve or deny copying.

Who needs it

A person requesting copies of building plans from Cupertino who is the property owner or has the required written owner or association permission needs this affidavit.

How to submit it

Submit the affidavit to the Community Development Department, Building Division, at 10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino, CA 95014-3255. The form states an administrative fee is due at submittal and reproduction costs are additional.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the requestor declares under penalty of perjury, and any required written owner or association permission is attached.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Affidavit

    Download the Permission to Copy Building Plans Affidavit PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Request

    Enter the site address, building permit number, requested plans, purpose, and requestor information.

  3. 3

    Gather Required Permission

    If applicable, attach written permission from the current property owner or the common interest development's governing body.

  4. 4

    Sign And Submit

    Obtain the required signatures and submit the affidavit to the Building Division at the address printed on the form.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Permission to Copy Building Plans Affidavit?
It is Cupertino's form for requesting permission to copy building plans or related documents, with sections for request details, owner authorization, and professional response.
Who must complete this affidavit?
The requestor and the current property owner or authorized agent sign it. Written owner or association permission must be attached when applicable.
Do I need a notary for the Permission to Copy Building Plans Affidavit?
No. The form is signed without a notary, though the requestor declares under penalty of perjury; attach written owner or association permission when required.
How do I submit the affidavit?
Submit it to the Community Development Department, Building Division, at 10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino, CA 95014-3255. The form notes an administrative fee at submittal and additional reproduction costs.

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