What does the General Plan / Zoning Amendment Request ask for?

It asks for applicant and property owner information, parcel details, current and proposed General Plan and zoning designations, and the reasons for the request.

What attachments does the request list?

It lists a preliminary title report dated within six months of the application date, an application cover sheet, and a digital plot plan drawn to scale with specified property information.

Saratoga, CA · Santa Clara County

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General Plan / Zoning Amendment Request

This request lets an applicant propose changes to a property's General Plan designation or zoning in Saratoga.

What this form is

Applicants use this request to propose a change to a property's General Plan designation, zoning designation, or both. It asks for applicant and property owner details, parcel information, current and proposed designations, and reasons for the request. The document also lists a preliminary title report, legal description, application cover sheet, and scaled plot plan information as attachments.

Who needs it

An owner, prospective buyer, lessee, agent, contractor, or other applicant seeking a General Plan or zoning amendment for a Saratoga property may use this request.

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 request is signed and dated without a notary; the document lists attachments but no notarized or sworn step.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Request
Download the General Plan / Zoning Amendment Request PDF.
2
Complete The Request
Provide applicant and owner details, property information, current and proposed designations, and reasons for the request.
3
Gather Attachments
Include the listed title report and application cover sheet, plus the required plot plan information unless indicated otherwise or waived.
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

What does the General Plan / Zoning Amendment Request ask for?: It asks for applicant and property owner information, parcel details, current and proposed General Plan and zoning designations, and the reasons for the request.
What attachments does the request list?: It lists a preliminary title report dated within six months of the application date, an application cover sheet, and a digital plot plan drawn to scale with specified property information.
Do I need a notary for the General Plan / Zoning Amendment Request?: No. This request is signed and dated without a notary; the document lists attachments but no notarized or sworn step.
How do I submit the General Plan / Zoning Amendment Request?: Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

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