Gilroy, CA · Santa Clara County
Accessibility Unreasonable Hardship Request Form
Property owners, tenants, or their representatives use this form to request an accessibility-path-of-travel exception for qualifying alteration, addition, or repair projects.
What this form is
The form requests an exception from specified accessibility requirements for qualifying work on an existing building or facility of public accommodation. It asks for project and requestor information, the access features involved, justification and supporting documentation, and information about accessibility features and costs. The form describes eligibility conditions, including an unreasonable hardship and a project valuation above the stated threshold.
Who needs it
Owners, tenants, or other requestors seeking an accessibility-path-of-travel exception for qualifying work on an existing building or facility of public accommodation need this form.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This request is signed without a notary; the applicant certifies the information is true and accurate, and no sworn attachment is identified.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Form
Download the Accessibility Unreasonable Hardship Request Form.
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Complete The Request
Enter project and requestor information, identify access features, and provide the requested justification and cost information.
- 3
Gather Supporting Documents
Attach supporting documentation, code exceptions, photos, analysis, or other materials relevant to the justification.
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Submit To The City
Submit the completed request to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Accessibility Unreasonable Hardship Request Form do?
- It lets a requestor seek an exception from specified accessibility requirements for qualifying work on an existing building or facility of public accommodation.
- Who can file this request?
- The form asks for the requestor’s name and role, with owner and tenant listed as role options. It also requests project and contact information.
- Do I need a notary for the Accessibility Unreasonable Hardship Request Form?
- No. The form is signed without a notary; the applicant certifies the information is true and accurate, and no sworn attachment is identified.
- How do I submit the Accessibility Unreasonable Hardship Request Form?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.