What does the Unpermitted Dwelling Unit Amnesty Application do?

It lets property owners or agents apply to Cotati’s amnesty program for an unpermitted dwelling unit and provide unit details, construction-date evidence, and required plans.

What documents must I submit with the application?

The application lists construction or conversion date evidence, a site plan, a floor plan, and a completed Address Request or Change form as required submittals.

Do I need a notary for the Unpermitted Dwelling Unit Amnesty Application?

No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. It lists notarized letters from previous owners or tenants as one possible supporting document if other date evidence is unavailable.

How do I submit the Unpermitted Dwelling Unit Amnesty Application?

Submit it to the City of Cotati Community Development Department at 201 W Sierra Avenue, Cotati, CA 94931, or contact permits@cotaticity.gov.

Cotati, CA · Sonoma County

No notary required

Unpermitted Dwelling Unit Amnesty Application Form

Property owners or their agents use this application to seek amnesty for an unpermitted dwelling unit in Cotati.

What this form is

This application is for property owners or their agents seeking to legalize an unpermitted dwelling unit through Cotati’s amnesty program. It requests property, unit, applicant, and owner information, the unit type, and evidence of its construction or conversion date. Applicants must also provide a site plan, floor plan, and address request or change form, and acknowledge program requirements, authorize inspection, and sign a declaration under penalty of perjury.

Who needs it

Property owners or agents seeking amnesty for an unpermitted residential dwelling unit in Cotati need this application.

How to submit it

Submit the application to the City of Cotati Community Development Department, 201 W Sierra Avenue, Cotati, CA 94931, or contact [email protected].

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; notarized letters from previous owners or tenants are listed as optional supporting evidence if other date documentation is unavailable.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Application
Download the Unpermitted Dwelling Unit Amnesty Application PDF.
2
Complete the Application
Enter the property, unit, applicant, and owner information, select the unit type, and complete the acknowledgments and signature.
3
Gather Required Documents
Include construction-date evidence, a site plan, a floor plan, and a completed Address Request or Change form.
4
Submit to the City
Submit the application and supporting documents to the Community Development Department at the address shown on the form.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Unpermitted Dwelling Unit Amnesty Application do?: It lets property owners or agents apply to Cotati’s amnesty program for an unpermitted dwelling unit and provide unit details, construction-date evidence, and required plans.
What documents must I submit with the application?: The application lists construction or conversion date evidence, a site plan, a floor plan, and a completed Address Request or Change form as required submittals.
Do I need a notary for the Unpermitted Dwelling Unit Amnesty Application?: No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. It lists notarized letters from previous owners or tenants as one possible supporting document if other date evidence is unavailable.
How do I submit the Unpermitted Dwelling Unit Amnesty Application?: Submit it to the City of Cotati Community Development Department at 201 W Sierra Avenue, Cotati, CA 94931, or contact [email protected].

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