Pontiac, MI · Oakland County
Historic District Commission Application
This application lets property owners or applicants request Historic District Commission review of proposed work, repairs, demolition, moving, or other changes to a property in Pontiac.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Submit this application to Pontiac’s Office of Land Use and Strategic Planning for Historic District Commission review of proposed property work. The form asks for project details and may require drawings, material samples, or other supporting descriptions, depending on the activity. Received applications are processed for the next available commission meeting, held on the second Tuesday of each month. Incomplete applications can delay review.
Who needs it
Property owners or applicants seeking Historic District Commission review of proposed work, repairs, demolition, moving, or other changes should complete and submit this application.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes a sworn jurat stating the signer appeared, was duly sworn, and affirmed the application’s contents; the person signing before the notary signs the owner or applicant line.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the Historic District Commission application and review its instructions and project requirements.
- 2
Complete the Form
Enter applicant, owner, property, and project details, and gather any required drawings, samples, or supporting descriptions.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary before signing the application.
- 4
Sign on Video
Appear by video and sign the applicable owner or applicant line when directed by the notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Send the notarized application and supporting materials to Pontiac’s Office of Land Use and Strategic Planning.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Pontiac. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get the application notarized online?
- Complete the application, then book a session with a commissioned online notary. Sign during the video appointment when instructed, and submit the notarized form and any required materials to the city.
- Do I need to provide drawings or samples?
- The form calls for scale drawings for specified exterior alterations, additions, new construction, and signs. It also requests samples or brochures for substitute materials; requirements depend on the proposed work.
- Who signs the application in front of the notary?
- The form has separate signature lines for the owner and applicant and a jurat referring to the person appearing before the notary. Confirm with the city, village or township if unsure which signer must appear.
- Can I use an online notary for this form?
- Michigan permits its commissioned notaries to perform remote electronic notarizations. A commissioned online notary can conduct the notarization by video; check with the city if you have questions about submitting the completed form.