Applications & Forms
An application or form is often required to initiate a variety of City services. To make the process easier to navigate, we’ve provided these documents below.
Some services also require certain fees. The City master fee schedule is available at www.suisun.com/fees.
Questions regarding specific forms should be directed to the department responsible to provide the service.
Applications
Home Occupation Permit(PDF, 132KB)
August 12, 2020
Community Development application to seek review and approval to use a residential location for commercial purposes.
Block Party Application(PDF, 254KB)
Sign District Application(PDF, 183KB)
October 9, 2013
This permit is required to establish an off-premise pylon sign along Highway 12 that advertises multiple businesses.
Encroachment Permit(PDF, 203KB) / Revocable-Encroach-Permit(PDF, 105KB)
March 14, 2017
An Encroachment Permit is needed any time an agency or individual wants to enter into the public right-of-way for excavation, construction, repairs or other restricted use of the public right-of-way. On most streets the property line is behind the sidewalk and all public sidewalks, curbs and gutters are in the public right-of-way. A public utility (PG&E, Pacific Bell, Cable company, SID, FSSD, etc.) will take out an Encroachment Permit but will not be required to pay any permit fees or post any bonds or insurance.
Zoning Variance Application(PDF, 62KB)
September 17, 2012
This permit is used to consider ongoing activities or uses defined in the Zoning Ordinance as "conditionally allowed" within specific zoning areas.Some common zoning designations are Single Family Residential (RS), General Commercial (GS), and Commercial Service (CS). Applications for use permits may be reviewed by staff or the Suisun City Planning Commission. File with Community Development Department.
Workers Compensation Exemption Application(PDF, 27KB)
September 17, 2012
Special Inspection & Observation Form(PDF, 99KB)
September 17, 2012
Building Department form for use when required by Building Code
Use Permit Application(PDF, 65KB)
September 17, 2012
This permit is used to consider ongoing activities or uses defined in the Zoning Ordinance as "conditionally allowed" within specific zoning areas.Some common zoning designations are Single Family Residential (RS), General Commercial (GS), and Commercial Service (CS). Applications for use permits may be reviewed by staff or the Suisun City Planning Commission. File with Community Development Department.
Tentative Parcel Map Application(PDF, 66KB)
September 17, 2012
Tentative Parcel Map approval is required so the City can made a preliminary evaluation to the design of a new subdivision. File with Community Development Department.
Temporary Use Permit(PDF, 62KB)
September 17, 2012
A Temporary Use Permit is similar to a use permit but for uses that last less than 72 hours. File with Community Development Department.
Tentative Subdivision Map Application(PDF, 66KB)
September 17, 2012
A subdivision application is needed when an owner wants to subdivide a property into several lots. File with Community Development Department.
Site Plan & Architectural Review Application(PDF, 66KB)
September 17, 2012
This permit assures the visual quality and compatibility of new structures. Section 18.68.010 of the Zoning Ordinance states the specific instances when the City of Suisun requires a site plan/architectural review permit. File with Community Development Department.
Sign Permit Application(PDF, 59KB)
September 17, 2012
This permit is required for signs placed on either a business or a residence. Most signs require a permit except for special promotional signs, political signs and parking signs. See the zoning ordinance for specific sign regulations. File with Community Development Department.
Rezoning Application(PDF, 61KB)
September 17, 2012
A rezone application is needed to change the zoning designation for a property. File with Community Development Department.
Planned Unit Development (PUD) Application(PDF, 71KB)
September 17, 2012
A PUD permit is needed for larger developments that require flexible design requirements. File with Community Development Department.
Lot Merge Application(PDF, 66KB)
September 17, 2012
The City requires a Lot Merger application when a land owner wants to join two or more parcels. File with Community Development Department.
Lot Line Adjustment Application(PDF, 53KB)
September 17, 2012
The City requires a Lot Line Adjustment Permit when a landowner wants to change the locations of lot lines on a parcel or parcels. File with Community Development Department.
Commission, Committee, and Board Application(PDF, 113KB)
May 10, 2019
Application to become a member of a City Commission, Committee or Board
Building Permit Application(PDF, 105KB)
October 21, 2011
Fillable pdf format (must be filed in person or fax)
Business License Application(PDF, 296KB)
April 10, 2019
Updated April 10, 2019
Utility Services Application(PDF, 276KB)
August 17, 2020
NOTICE: A $30 deposit is required before an application can be processed.
Checks and money orders should be made out to “City of Suisun City.”
If applying on-line, email application and a copy of your driver's license to waterbilling@suisun.com
If application is processed online, $30 deposit will be billed. For same day connection requests received after 2 PM, there is an additional $35 afterhours fee.