1. (a) Each document filed with the CHO shall be accompanied by proof of service on each party or its representative of record on the date of service. The proof of service shall be a declaration stating the title of the document served or filed, the name and address of the person making the service, and that he or she is over the age of 18 years and not a party to the matter. The proof of service shall state the method of service and provide additional information as detailed below:

   1. (1) Where service is made by personal delivery, the declaration shall state the date and place of delivery and the name of the person to whom the documents were handed. Where the person making the service is unable to obtain the name of the person to whom the documents were handed, the person making the service may substitute a physical description for the name.
   2. (2) Where service is made by first-class mail or overnight delivery, the declaration shall state the date and place of deposit in the mail, the name and address of the person served as shown on the mailing envelope, and that the envelope was sealed and deposited in the mail with the postage fully prepaid.
   3. (3) Where service is made electronically, the declaration shall state the name and email address of the person making the service, the name and email address of the person served, and the date sent.

   4. (4) The proof of service shall be signed by the person making it and contain the following statement above the signature:

      “I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct, and this Declaration was executed at [city, state] on [date].”

      The name of the declarant shall be typed and signed below this statement.

2. (b) A proof of service made in accordance with California Code of Civil Procedure section 1013a complies with the requirements of this section.

Note: Authority cited: Section 11400.20, Government Code; and Sections 14536 and 40502, Public Resources Code. Reference: Section 11400.20, Government Code.

History

1. New section filed 5-12-2026; operative 7-1-2026 (Register 2026, No. 20).