Do I need a notary for the Accessory Use/Structure Permit Application?

No. The application calls for an owner or authorized agent’s signature and date, not notarization. It mentions a plot plan and possible additional submissions, but no notarized attachment or sworn step.

What information does the application request?

It asks for property, owner and applicant details; the proposed structure or improvement, use, dimensions, height and cost; contractor information; and details about a plot plan and new utility work.

What additional documents might be needed?

The form says to submit a Stormwater Exemption Application if a proposed new impervious surface is under 1,000 square feet, and building plans if a proposed shed or detached garage is over 1,000 square feet.

Ephrata, PA · Lancaster County

No notary required

Accessory Use/Structure Permit Application

Ephrata property owners or their representatives use this application to request a permit for a proposed accessory structure or improvement.

What this form is

Use this application when seeking a permit for an accessory structure or improvement at a property in Ephrata. It asks for the improvement address, owner and applicant details, structure type, proposed use, dimensions, height, cost, contractor information, and whether a plot plan or new utility work is involved. It also identifies possible additional submissions for certain projects.

Who needs it

A property owner, lessee, agent, or registered design professional applying for a permit for proposed accessory work needs this application.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the form mentions a plot plan and possible additional submissions, but no notarized attachment or sworn step.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Accessory Use/Structure Permit Application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Provide the property, applicant, improvement, contractor, and project details requested on the form.
3
Gather Project Attachments
Indicate whether a plot plan is attached and include any additional documents specified for the project.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the completed application to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Accessory Use/Structure Permit Application?: No. The application calls for an owner or authorized agent’s signature and date, not notarization. It mentions a plot plan and possible additional submissions, but no notarized attachment or sworn step.
How do I submit the Accessory Use/Structure Permit Application?: Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
What information does the application request?: It asks for property, owner and applicant details; the proposed structure or improvement, use, dimensions, height and cost; contractor information; and details about a plot plan and new utility work.
What additional documents might be needed?: The form says to submit a Stormwater Exemption Application if a proposed new impervious surface is under 1,000 square feet, and building plans if a proposed shed or detached garage is over 1,000 square feet.

Need something notarized?

This Accessory Use/Structure Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Ephrata form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.