Do I need a notary for the Clear, Fill and Grading Application?

No. The application calls for a signature and date, not notarization. The signer certifies the information is true and correct; no notarized attachment or step is listed.

How do I submit the Clear, Fill and Grading Application?

Use the city permits portal, choose “Apply for an Engineering Permit,” select “Clear, Fill and Grading,” and upload the completed form and required documents.

What work requires a Clear, Fill and Grade permit?

The application says a permit is required for land-disturbing activity, including excavation, filling, or clearing, unless specifically exempted or a Civil Permit Application has already been applied for.

What documents may need to accompany the application?

The checklist includes civil construction plans, a storm drainage report with a construction stormwater pollution prevention plan, and, when applicable, critical area and geotechnical reports.

Puyallup, WA · Pierce County

No notary required

Clear, Fill and Grading Application

This application is for property owners or authorized agents seeking a Puyallup permit for land-disturbing work such as clearing, excavation, or filling.

What this form is

Puyallup requires a Clear, Fill, and Grade permit for land-disturbing activity, including excavation, filling, or clearing, unless an exemption applies or a Civil Permit Application has already been applied for. The application asks for project, site, owner, applicant, engineer or architect, and contractor information. It also includes a certification and checklist for supporting plans and reports.

Who needs it

Property owners or their authorized agents need this application for land-disturbing work unless an exemption applies or a Civil Permit Application has already been applied for.

How to submit it

Log in or create an account at the city’s permits portal, choose “Apply for an Engineering Permit,” then select “Clear, Fill and Grading.” Complete the online form and upload required documents; the application lists applicable fees.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the signer certifies the information is true and correct, and no notarized attachment or related step is listed.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Clear, Fill and Grading Application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Enter project, site, owner, applicant, engineer or architect, and contractor information, then sign and date the certification.
3
Gather Required Documents
Use the checklist to gather applicable civil plans, storm drainage and pollution prevention documents, and any required reports.
4
Submit Through The City Portal
Log in or create an account, select “Apply for an Engineering Permit,” choose “Clear, Fill and Grading,” and upload the form and required documents.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Clear, Fill and Grading Application?: No. The application calls for a signature and date, not notarization. The signer certifies the information is true and correct; no notarized attachment or step is listed.
How do I submit the Clear, Fill and Grading Application?: Use the city permits portal, choose “Apply for an Engineering Permit,” select “Clear, Fill and Grading,” and upload the completed form and required documents.
What work requires a Clear, Fill and Grade permit?: The application says a permit is required for land-disturbing activity, including excavation, filling, or clearing, unless specifically exempted or a Civil Permit Application has already been applied for.
What documents may need to accompany the application?: The checklist includes civil construction plans, a storm drainage report with a construction stormwater pollution prevention plan, and, when applicable, critical area and geotechnical reports.

Need something notarized?

This Clear, Fill and Grading Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Puyallup form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.