What does the form require for an early utility release?

It states that a gas or electric release request needs a deposit and written justification. Approval is at the City Manager’s discretion.

When can the deposit be refunded?

The form says to allow three to five weeks for a refund after final inspection, once the homeowner or contractor has requested it.

Los Altos Hills, CA · Santa Clara County

No notary required

Utility Release Performance Deposit

This form records a request for early gas or electric meter release and a performance deposit from a Los Altos Hills property owner or contractor.

What this form is

The form identifies the property, building permit, requested utility release, payment amounts, and address for returning a deposit. It supports an early meter release request, which requires written justification and approval at the City Manager’s discretion; it also states deposit requirements and conditions for occupancy and refund. The depositor signs to acknowledge these conditions.

Who needs it

A property owner or contractor requesting early gas or electric meter release for a Los Altos Hills residence needs 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 document is signed without a notary; the depositor signs and dates it.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Form
Download the Utility Release Performance Deposit form.
2
Complete The Form
Enter the property address, building permit number, utility release request, payment amounts, and check-return address.
3
Gather Written Justification
Include written justification to support the early meter release request.
4
Submit To The City
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Utility Release Performance Deposit?: No. This document is signed without a notary; the depositor signs and dates it.
How do I submit the Utility Release Performance Deposit?: Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
What does the form require for an early utility release?: It states that a gas or electric release request needs a deposit and written justification. Approval is at the City Manager’s discretion.
When can the deposit be refunded?: The form says to allow three to five weeks for a refund after final inspection, once the homeowner or contractor has requested it.

Need something notarized?

This Utility Release Performance Deposit doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Los Altos Hills form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.