Do I need a notary for the AMMR application?

No. This document has signature fields for the owner, architect or engineer, and contractor, but does not require notarization.

Do I need a separate application for each proposed alternate?

Yes. The form states that a separate application must be submitted for each alternative item.

What information and supporting documents does the application request?

It asks for project details, the code requirement, a description of the proposed alternate, and justification. Submit two copies of documents, including plans showing the proposal.

Milpitas, CA · Santa Clara County

No notary required

Application and Conditions of Approval for Alternate Materials, Alternate Design or Alternate Methods of Construction (AMMR)

This application requests approval from Milpitas Building Safety for alternate materials, design, or construction methods proposed for a building project.

What this form is

Use this application to request approval for an alternate material, alternate design, or alternate construction method for a project. Submit a separate application for each alternative item, along with two copies of documents, including plans showing the proposal. The form asks for project and applicant details, code requirements, a description of the proposed alternate, and supporting justification.

Who needs it

Applicants proposing alternate materials, design, or construction methods for a project submit this application to request the Building Official’s approval.

How to submit it

Submit two copies of all documents, including plans showing the proposed alternate, to the Office of Building Safety at 455 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas, CA 95035.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the owner, architect or engineer, and contractor sign where applicable, and no notarized attachment or related step is listed.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the AMMR application for requesting approval of an alternate material, design, or construction method.
2
Complete The Application
Provide project and applicant information, describe the alternate and code requirement, and explain the justification.
3
Gather Supporting Documents
Prepare two copies of all documents, including plans showing the proposed alternate. Submit a separate application for each alternative item.
4
Submit To Building Safety
Submit the application and documents to the Office of Building Safety at 455 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas, CA 95035.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the AMMR application?: No. This document has signature fields for the owner, architect or engineer, and contractor, but does not require notarization.
How do I submit the AMMR application?: Submit two copies of all documents, including plans showing the proposed alternate, to the Office of Building Safety at 455 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas, CA 95035.
Do I need a separate application for each proposed alternate?: Yes. The form states that a separate application must be submitted for each alternative item.
What information and supporting documents does the application request?: It asks for project details, the code requirement, a description of the proposed alternate, and justification. Submit two copies of documents, including plans showing the proposal.

Need something notarized?

This Application and Conditions of Approval for Alternate Materials, Alternate Design or Alternate Methods of Construction (AMMR) doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Milpitas form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.