Los Gatos, CA · Santa Clara County
Alternate Methods and Materials
This form requests review of proposed alternate construction methods or materials and is completed by someone seeking Building Official evaluation.
What this form is
Use this form to request evaluation of an item proposed for construction using alternate methods or materials. It asks for the applicable code section, a description of the requested item, information about suitability, strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability, safety, and sanitation, and any additional evidence. The Building Official records whether the application and material are accepted or rejected.
Who needs it
A person proposing an item for construction using alternate methods or materials should complete the form and provide supporting information.
How to submit it
The form names the Community Development Building Division at 110 E. Main St., Los Gatos, CA 95031. It does not give a submission method.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; it requests additional evidence, but does not say that evidence must be notarized or sworn.
How to submit this form
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Download the Form
Download the Alternate Methods and Materials form.
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Complete the Request
Identify the code section and requested item, then provide information for each evaluation category.
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Gather Supporting Evidence
Provide information supporting your request and attach additional evidence as needed.
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Submit to the City
The form names the Community Development Building Division at 110 E. Main St., Los Gatos, CA 95031.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Alternate Methods and Materials form request?
- It asks for review of a proposed construction item using alternate methods or materials, including details and supporting information for the Building Official's evaluation.
- Who completes this form?
- Someone proposing an item for construction using alternate methods or materials completes the form and describes the supporting evidence for review.
- Do I need a notary for the Alternate Methods and Materials form?
- No. The form calls for a signature and date, not notarization; it asks for additional evidence but does not say that evidence must be notarized or sworn.
- How do I submit the Alternate Methods and Materials form?
- The form names the Community Development Building Division at 110 E. Main St., Los Gatos, CA 95031, but does not specify a submission method.