Who should apply for a Gilroy Home Occupation Permit?

Residents proposing a business or professional activity at their dwelling should use this application to request a home occupation permit.

What information does the application ask for?

It asks for applicant and business details, the proposed activity, zoning designation, parcel number, site or building alterations, and items or equipment to be stored at the residence.

Do I need a notary for the Home Occupation Permit?

No. The document is signed and dated without a notary, and it lists no notarized attachment or sworn step.

How do I submit the Home Occupation Permit application?

The form says the application must be submitted online through HDL. It also lists the Planning Division’s contact information.

Gilroy, CA · Santa Clara County

No notary required

Home Occupation Permit

Gilroy residents use this application to request permission to conduct a qualifying home occupation at their residence.

What this form is

This application requests a permit for a proposed home occupation and explains the criteria the activity must meet, including limits on employees, clients, equipment, and business activity at the residence. Applicants describe the business, property zoning, parcel number, any needed alterations, and equipment to be stored. The form states that a separate business license is required.

Who needs it

Residents proposing a business activity at their home should submit this application and follow the home occupation criteria listed on the form.

How to submit it

Submit the application online through HDL, as instructed on the form. The form lists the Planning Division’s contact information but does not provide a submission address or email.

About notarization

This document is signed and dated without a notary; it lists no notarized attachment or sworn step.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Home Occupation Permit application.
2
Complete The Application
Provide applicant and business information, describe the proposed activity, and answer the questions about the property and equipment.
3
Review The Criteria
Read the listed home occupation criteria and prohibited uses, and confirm your proposed activity meets the requirements.
4
Sign And Submit Online
Sign and date the application, then submit it online through HDL as directed on the form.

Frequently asked questions

Who should apply for a Gilroy Home Occupation Permit?: Residents proposing a business or professional activity at their dwelling should use this application to request a home occupation permit.
What information does the application ask for?: It asks for applicant and business details, the proposed activity, zoning designation, parcel number, site or building alterations, and items or equipment to be stored at the residence.
Do I need a notary for the Home Occupation Permit?: No. The document is signed and dated without a notary, and it lists no notarized attachment or sworn step.
How do I submit the Home Occupation Permit application?: The form says the application must be submitted online through HDL. It also lists the Planning Division’s contact information.

Need something notarized?

This Home Occupation Permit doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Gilroy form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.