Gilroy, CA · Santa Clara County
Appendix D – Prescriptive Compliance Option
This form and checklist document landscape design measures for property owners or authorized representatives using the prescriptive compliance option for eligible projects.
What this form is
This form and checklist document how a landscape project meets the prescriptive requirements of the Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance. The document says the option applies to projects with aggregate landscape areas of 2,500 square feet or less; it asks for applicant and project details, landscape areas, water information, and the location of design measures on the plans. The property owner or authorized representative signs and dates the form.
Who needs it
Property owners or authorized representatives with an eligible landscape project who choose the prescriptive compliance option need to complete this form and checklist.
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 document is signed without a notary; the property owner or authorized representative signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Form
Download the Appendix D form and checklist.
- 2
Complete Project Information
Enter applicant and project details, landscape areas, and water information.
- 3
Identify Design Measures
Complete the checklist and identify each design measure’s location on the landscape plans.
- 4
Sign And Submit
Have the property owner or authorized representative sign and date the form, then submit it to the city department named on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Prescriptive Compliance Option?
- No. The property owner or authorized representative signs and dates the form; it does not require a notary.
- Who can use the prescriptive compliance option?
- The document describes it for projects with aggregate landscape areas of 2,500 square feet or less.
- What information does the form request?
- It asks for applicant and project details, landscape-area figures, water information, and the location of design measures on the plans.
- How do I submit the Prescriptive Compliance Option?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.