Do I need a notary for the smoke and carbon monoxide alarm affidavit?

No. The affidavit has a space for the owner's printed name, date, and signature, but no notary block. The signer just signs and dates it.

When does Chico require this affidavit?

The form says it must be signed and submitted before permit issuance when no interior access for inspection is required.

How do I submit the alarm self-certification?

Attach it to your permit in eTRAKiT or email it to buildingdocs@chicoca.gov, as stated on the form.

What information does the form ask for?

It asks for the owner's name and contact information, permit number, property address, printed name, date, and signature.

Chico, CA · Butte County

No notary required

Self Certification – Affidavit for Installation of Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarms

Property owners use this affidavit to certify smoke and carbon monoxide alarm installation for a permitted residential project when no interior inspection access is required.

What this form is

This affidavit certifies that smoke and carbon monoxide alarms have been or will be installed according to the manufacturer's instructions and applicable building requirements. The city says to sign and submit it before permit issuance when no interior access for inspection is required. The form asks for the owner's contact and property details, permit number, printed name, date, and signature.

Who needs it

A property owner with a permitted residential alteration, repair, or addition needs this affidavit when no interior access for inspection is required.

How to submit it

Attach the completed affidavit to the permit in eTRAKiT or email it to [email protected].

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the owner prints their name, dates, and signs the affidavit.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Affidavit
Download the smoke and carbon monoxide alarm self-certification affidavit.
2
Complete the Form
Enter the owner, permit, and property details, then print your name, date, and sign.
3
Check Alarm Requirements
Review the form's alarm location and placement information.
4
Submit to the City
Attach the affidavit to your permit in eTRAKiT or email it to [email protected].

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the smoke and carbon monoxide alarm affidavit?: No. The affidavit has a space for the owner's printed name, date, and signature, but no notary block. The signer just signs and dates it.
When does Chico require this affidavit?: The form says it must be signed and submitted before permit issuance when no interior access for inspection is required.
How do I submit the alarm self-certification?: Attach it to your permit in eTRAKiT or email it to [email protected], as stated on the form.
What information does the form ask for?: It asks for the owner's name and contact information, permit number, property address, printed name, date, and signature.

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