Linden, MI · Genesee County
Certificate of Appropriateness (Historic District) Application
Linden property owners use this application to describe proposed work on a historic district resource and request a certificate of appropriateness.
What this form is
This application is for proposed work on a resource in a historic district and asks for the resource address, owner contact information, and a description of the work, including existing and proposed materials, colors, and lettering. Applicants must attach a conceptual drawing or sketch and certify that the building will have a code-compliant smoke detector or fire alarm system by the work’s completion. Submit the application, supporting documents, and fees at least 7 days before the next regularly scheduled Historic District Commission meeting.
Who needs it
A property owner or applicant proposing work on a historic district resource in Linden should complete this application and include the required drawing or sketch.
How to submit it
Submit the application and supporting documents, with all fees paid, at least 7 days before the next regularly scheduled Historic District Commission meeting. The form lists 132 E. Broad Street, P.O. Box 507, Linden, MI 48451.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; it requires a conceptual drawing or sketch, but identifies no notarized or sworn attachment.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Certificate of Appropriateness application for a proposed historic district project in Linden.
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Complete The Applicant Section
Enter the resource address, property owner and contact details, and a description of the proposed work.
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Gather The Required Drawing
Attach a conceptual drawing or sketch and complete the smoke detector or fire alarm certification.
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Submit Before The Meeting
Submit the application and supporting documents, with all fees paid, at least 7 days before the next regularly scheduled Historic District Commission meeting.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Certificate of Appropriateness application for?
- It is used to describe proposed work on a historic district resource and request a certificate of appropriateness. It asks for property and owner information, work details, and a smoke detector or fire alarm certification.
- Do I need a notary for the Certificate of Appropriateness application?
- No. The application has signature and date lines but no notary block. It requires a conceptual drawing or sketch, and does not identify any notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the Certificate of Appropriateness application?
- Submit the application and supporting documents, with all fees paid, at least 7 days before the next regularly scheduled Historic District Commission meeting. The form lists 132 E. Broad Street, P.O. Box 507, Linden, MI 48451.
Need something notarized?
This Certificate of Appropriateness (Historic District) Application doesn’t need a notary — but Michigan residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.