Do I need a notary for the Home Based Business Zoning Compliance Application?

No. The applicant signs and dates the application without a notary. The form requests a floor plan attachment but does not say it must be notarized or sworn.

What information does the application request?

It asks for contact and business details, operating days and hours, residence and business areas, staffing, customer visits, signs, and possible exterior changes or outdoor storage.

What should I attach to the application?

Attach a floor plan illustrating the location and dimensions of the area occupied by the business.

How do I submit the application?

The form lists the Planning Department and the City of Richmond's address at 36725 Division Road, P.O. Box 457, Richmond, Michigan 48062-0457, but does not specify a submission method.

Richmond, MI · Macomb County

No notary required

Home Based Business Zoning Compliance Application

Richmond residents use this application to provide business and property details so the city can determine whether a home occupation complies with zoning regulations.

What this form is

The application helps the City of Richmond determine whether a home occupation conforms to its zoning regulations. It asks for contact and business information, operating hours, residence and business floor areas, staffing, visits, signage, and exterior changes. Applicants must attach a floor plan showing the location and dimensions of the business area; the document states there is no fee.

Who needs it

Richmond residents operating or planning a home occupation should complete the application and provide information for zoning compliance review.

How to submit it

The form lists the Planning Department and the City of Richmond at 36725 Division Road, P.O. Box 457, Richmond, Michigan 48062-0457. It does not state a submission method.

About notarization

This document is signed and dated by the applicant without a notary; the form requests an attached floor plan but does not say it must be notarized or sworn.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Home Based Business Zoning Compliance Application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Fill in your contact information and answer the questions about your business, property, operations, and proposed activities.
3
Attach A Floor Plan
Include a floor plan showing the location and dimensions of the business area.
4
Submit To The City
The form lists the Planning Department and the City's address, but does not specify how to submit the application.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Home Based Business Zoning Compliance Application?: No. The applicant signs and dates the application without a notary. The form requests a floor plan attachment but does not say it must be notarized or sworn.
What information does the application request?: It asks for contact and business details, operating days and hours, residence and business areas, staffing, customer visits, signs, and possible exterior changes or outdoor storage.
What should I attach to the application?: Attach a floor plan illustrating the location and dimensions of the area occupied by the business.
How do I submit the application?: The form lists the Planning Department and the City of Richmond's address at 36725 Division Road, P.O. Box 457, Richmond, Michigan 48062-0457, but does not specify a submission method.

Need something notarized?

This Home Based Business Zoning Compliance Application doesn’t need a notary — but Michigan residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.