Plain City, UT · Weber County
Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit Application
Plain City property owners use this application to request approval for a detached accessory dwelling unit and provide property details, eligibility information, and required supporting documents.
- 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 ownership and property information, a qualifications checklist, and plans and other documents needed for a detached accessory dwelling unit request. It also includes owner occupancy and property owner affidavits, plus an optional agent authorization. Plain City requires staff approval before issuing a building permit; the form lists a $50 application fee and says to review the city code and check applicable HOA or developer rules.
Who needs it
Property owners seeking Plain City approval for a detached accessory dwelling unit must submit the application and the listed supporting documents.
Why it needs a notary
The owner occupancy and property owner affidavit blocks require signatures sworn and subscribed before a notary; the agent authorization also includes an acknowledgment before a notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Get the Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit Application from Plain City.
- 2
Fill In The Form
Complete the property details and qualifications checklist, then gather the plans and supporting documents listed.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a commissioned online notary for the affidavit signatures and agent authorization acknowledgment, if applicable.
- 4
Sign On Video
Follow the notary’s instructions and sign the applicable blocks during the online video session.
- 5
Submit To The City
Submit the completed application and required attachments to Plain City for staff review.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Plain City. 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 apply for a detached accessory dwelling unit?
- Complete the application and qualifications checklist, attach the listed plans and supporting documents, and submit them to Plain City for staff review before seeking a building permit.
- Do I need to sign the affidavits in front of a notary?
- Yes. The owner occupancy and property owner affidavits include sworn-and-subscribed notary blocks. The agent authorization also has a notary acknowledgment block.
- Can I complete the notarization online?
- Utah authorizes a commissioned online notary with remote notary certification to perform online notarizations. Ask Plain City whether it accepts an electronically notarized copy for this application.
- Where should I ask if I am unsure about recording requirements?
- The application is submitted to Plain City for staff review. If you are unsure whether a document must be recorded, confirm with the city or county recorder if unsure.
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Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit Application in other Utah cities
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