Do I need a notary for the utility service application?

No. The application has signature fields but no notary block. The applicant and co-applicant sign the form; the required rental or ownership paperwork is supporting documentation.

How do I submit the utility service application?

The form lists in-person, email, and fax submission options. It provides the City of Safford’s Main Street address, mailing address, phone number, and fax number.

What supporting documents does the application require?

The form requests a rental agreement, proof of purchase such as a settlement statement, or a month-to-month statement from the owner. The paperwork must include resident names, landlord information, and all parties’ signatures.

Does the form mention fees or deposits?

Yes. It lists a $5 credit-check fee and says a deposit may be required before service is connected. It also describes a $35 upfront charge for same-day service.

Safford, AZ · Graham County

No notary required

Application for Utility Services

Residential property owners or tenants use this application to request utility service from the City of Safford and provide applicant and household information.

What this form is

This application requests residential utility service and collects account, service-location, applicant, co-applicant, and other adult-resident details. The city says applicants must provide a Social Security number, show state-issued photo identification, and include a rental agreement, proof of purchase, or owner statement with resident names and signatures. A credit check determines whether a deposit is required before service is connected.

Who needs it

A property owner or tenant requesting residential utility service in Safford should complete this application and provide the listed supporting paperwork.

How to submit it

Submit the application in person, by email, or by fax, using the contact details printed on the form. The form lists 717 Main Street, Safford, AZ 85546, and PO Box 551, Safford, AZ 85548.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the required rental or ownership paperwork is supporting documentation, and the applicant and co-applicant sign the form.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the City of Safford’s Application for Utility Services.
2
Complete The Form
Fill in the account, service-location, applicant, co-applicant, and adult-resident information requested.
3
Gather Supporting Documents
Include a rental agreement, proof of purchase, or owner statement with the information and signatures specified on the form.
4
Submit To The City
Submit in person, by email, or by fax using the contact details printed on the application.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the utility service application?: No. The application has signature fields but no notary block. The applicant and co-applicant sign the form; the required rental or ownership paperwork is supporting documentation.
How do I submit the utility service application?: The form lists in-person, email, and fax submission options. It provides the City of Safford’s Main Street address, mailing address, phone number, and fax number.
What supporting documents does the application require?: The form requests a rental agreement, proof of purchase such as a settlement statement, or a month-to-month statement from the owner. The paperwork must include resident names, landlord information, and all parties’ signatures.
Does the form mention fees or deposits?: Yes. It lists a $5 credit-check fee and says a deposit may be required before service is connected. It also describes a $35 upfront charge for same-day service.

Need something notarized?

This Application for Utility Services doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Safford form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.