Pontiac, MI · Oakland County
Special Exception Permit Application
This application requests a special exception permit for a proposed property use in Pontiac and is filed by the applicant with the city’s Office of Land Use and Strategic Planning.
- 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
The application collects applicant, property-owner, project, zoning, and legal-description details about the proposed development and use. Pontiac’s instructions say to submit the completed application, required fee, and supporting materials at least 30 days before the scheduled Planning Commission meeting. Materials may include proof of ownership, a site plan, floor plan, elevations or photographs, and an electronic site plan copy; incomplete applications can delay review.
Who needs it
Applicants seeking a special exception permit for a proposed property use in Pontiac should complete this form and provide the requested project information and supporting materials.
Why it needs a notary
The form carries a jurat; the person signing as the owner or applicant must appear before the notary, swear to the application’s contents, and sign it.
How to get this notarized
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Download the Application
Get the Special Exception Permit Application and review Pontiac’s instructions and supporting-material requirements.
- 2
Fill In the Form
Complete the applicant, property-owner, project, zoning, proposed-use, and legal-description sections.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary before signing the application.
- 4
Sign on Video
Appear by video, take the oath, and sign as the owner or applicant when directed by the notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the completed application, fee, and required supporting materials to Pontiac’s Office of Land Use and Strategic Planning at least 30 days before the meeting.
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 complete the notarized application?
- Fill in the applicant, property, and project details, gather the required supporting materials, and book a commissioned online notary. Sign and swear to the application during the video session, then submit it with the fee.
- Do I need to sign the application in front of a notary?
- Yes. The application includes a jurat stating that the signer appeared before a notary and swore that the application is true to the signer’s knowledge, subject to the stated exceptions.
- Can I use an online notary for this form?
- Michigan law authorizes commissioned notaries to perform remote electronic notarizations. Confirm that Pontiac will accept the completed form in your circumstances; confirm with the city, village or township if unsure.
- When should I submit the application?
- The instructions call for a complete application and appropriate fee at least 30 days before the scheduled Planning Commission meeting. Incomplete applications may delay review.