Los Gatos, CA · Santa Clara County
Certificate of Use & Occupancy
Property owners and applicants use this application to request approval for a new use, change of occupancy, or other listed business-related use request.
What this form is
The application requests a Certificate of Use and Occupancy before occupancy of certain new buildings or activities, and before most changes in the occupancy or use of land or buildings. It asks for the property address, current and proposed use, request type, and owner and applicant details and signatures. Depending on the use, the checklist calls for photos and a site plan, and a hold harmless agreement for Town-owned property.
Who needs it
Property owners and applicants seeking a listed use or occupancy change, or clearance when a Conditional Use Permit is required, should complete this application.
How to submit it
The form lists the Community Development Department at 110 E. Main Street, Los Gatos, CA 95030. It also lists [email protected] as a department contact.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; a signed rental or lease agreement may substitute for the property owner’s signature, and no notarization is stated.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Certificate of Use & Occupancy application PDF.
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Complete the Application
Provide the property address, current and proposed use, request type, and owner and applicant information and signatures.
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Gather Checklist Items
Include photos and a site plan for seasonal sales uses; include a hold harmless agreement only for Town-owned property.
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Submit to Community Development
The form lists Community Development at 110 E. Main Street, Los Gatos, CA 95030.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Certificate of Use & Occupancy application request?
- It requests information about the property, its present or last known use, the proposed use, the type of request, and the property owner and applicant.
- Who needs to complete this application?
- Property owners and applicants seeking a covered new use, change of occupancy, or use and occupancy clearance when a Conditional Use Permit is required should complete it.
- Do I need a notary for the Certificate of Use & Occupancy application?
- No. The application calls for signatures and dates, not a notary. A signed rental or lease agreement may substitute for the property owner’s signature.
- How do I submit the Certificate of Use & Occupancy application?
- The form lists the Community Development Department at 110 E. Main Street, Los Gatos, CA 95030. It also provides [email protected] as a department contact.