Gresham, OR · Multnomah County
Design Review A Application
The Design Review A application is a Type I land-use review packet for property owners or representatives seeking approval for qualifying development in Gresham.
- 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
Gresham’s packet explains the Design Review A process and lists the materials to submit with building plans, including a development permit application, narrative statement, site and floor plans, and applicable attachments. The owner signs to authorize City staff and other listed representatives to enter the site for inspection. If the owner’s signature is not on the application, the checklist calls for a notarized Letter of Authorization.
Who needs it
Property owners or their representatives seeking a Design Review A must submit the application and required materials with building plans.
Why it needs a notary
The application includes a State of Oregon, Multnomah County jurat; the owner signs the site-entry authorization before the notary, and a representative may also sign.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Get the Design Review A packet and review its application, narrative statement, and attachment checklist.
- 2
Fill In The Required Details
Complete the applicant, site, and proposal information, and gather the plans and other applicable attachments.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange a session with a commissioned online notary for the owner authorization jurat.
- 4
Sign On Video
Sign the owner authorization during the online notarization session and complete the notarial process.
- 5
Submit To The City
Submit the completed packet and required materials through Gresham’s online portal.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Gresham. 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 signature?
- Sign the owner authorization before a notary and complete the jurat. The application also permits a representative to sign on the owner’s behalf.
- Do I need a notarized Letter of Authorization?
- The checklist calls for a notarized Letter of Authorization if there is no owner signature on the application.
- Can I use a commissioned online notary for this form?
- Oregon law addresses remote notarization by Oregon notaries in ORS 194.277 and recognizes certain notarial acts performed in another state under ORS 194.260. The Oregon Secretary of State’s FAQ confirms a properly notarized out-of-state remote online notarization document is valid in Oregon.
- What materials go with the Design Review A application?
- The form lists a completed development permit application and narrative, site and floor plans, proof of ownership, and other applicable checklist items. It says incomplete attachments may prevent acceptance.
- Where do I submit the application?
- The form says to submit documentation through Gresham’s online portal. Contact the Planner on Duty if you have questions about the application.