Reedley, CA · Fresno County
Owner Authorization
This form lets a property owner authorize a named applicant or representative to act on their behalf for purposes necessary to a specified permit, and is filed by the owner with the City of Reedley.
- California-licensed notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The owner identifies the property by assessor’s parcel number, names an applicant or representative, and lists the permit type related to the authorization. The form includes a declaration under penalty of perjury and spaces for both parties’ signatures and contact details. If the form is executed outside California, it says to attach a notarial acknowledgment of the signature or signatures; it also includes a space for city staff to verify ownership.
Who needs it
A property owner who wants to authorize an applicant or representative to act on their behalf for purposes necessary to a permit related to the property needs this form.
Why it needs a notary
The form has no notarial block; it calls for an attached acknowledgment of the signature or signatures by a notary public if executed outside California, with the owner signing.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Form
Get the City of Reedley Owner Authorization form.
- 2
Fill In The Details
Provide the owner’s name, property APN, representative’s name, permit type, execution date, and requested contact details.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
If notarization is appropriate for your situation, arrange it with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign On Video
Follow the notary’s instructions for signing and completing any required acknowledgment.
- 5
Submit To The City
Submit the completed form and, if applicable, the attached acknowledgment to the City of Reedley.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Reedley. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed California online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I complete the Owner Authorization form?
- Enter the owner and property details, name the applicant or representative, and specify the permit type. Sign the form and provide the requested contact information for both parties.
- Do I need to attach a notarial acknowledgment?
- The form says to attach an acknowledgment of the signature or signatures by a notary public if it is executed outside California. For questions about filing, confirm with the city if unsure.
- Can I use remote online notarization for this form?
- California notaries cannot perform remote online notarization until the Secretary of State certifies the technology or 2030. California recognizes out-of-state notarizations under Civil Code §1189(b); ask the city about its requirements.
- Who signs the Owner Authorization form?
- The owner signs the authorization and provides their name, title, mailing address, telephone number, and email address. The form also has spaces for the applicant or representative’s signature and contact details.