Saratoga, CA · Santa Clara County
Construction Hardship Form for Projects at or Below the Valuation Threshold
Property owners, contractors, and other project applicants use this form to request hardship approval for accessibility improvements on qualifying construction projects.
What this form is
This form documents accessibility features and costs for alterations, structural repairs, or additions to existing buildings when the adjusted construction cost is at or below the stated valuation threshold. Applicants describe the project, estimate accessibility upgrade costs, explain any hardship request, and certify their information. The city requires the completed worksheet with the project submittal package; hardship requests are subject to Building Official approval.
Who needs it
Applicants submitting qualifying alteration, structural repair, or addition projects who are requesting hardship consideration for accessibility improvements need this form.
How to submit it
Submit the completed form with the submittal package to the Building Division, Community Development Department, 13777 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated by the applicant without a notary; it includes no notarized or sworn attachment, so the signer just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Form
Download the Construction Hardship Form for projects at or below the valuation threshold.
- 2
Complete The Worksheet
Provide project details, permit valuation, accessibility feature information and costs, and any hardship request.
- 3
Gather Project Plans
Include existing and proposed site and floor plans for the proposed accessibility improvements.
- 4
Submit To The Building Division
Send the completed form and package to the Building Division, Community Development Department, at the address on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Construction Hardship Form for?
- It documents project details, accessibility features, costs, and any hardship request for qualifying alterations, structural repairs, or additions.
- What should I include with the form?
- Submit the completed worksheet with your project submittal package. The package should also include existing and proposed site and floor plans for the accessibility improvements.
- Do I need a notary for the Construction Hardship Form?
- No. The applicant signs and dates the form; it does not require notarization. No notarized or sworn attachment is identified.
- How do I submit the Construction Hardship Form?
- Submit it with your project submittal package to the Building Division, Community Development Department, at 13777 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070.