Do I need a notary for the Home Occupation Affidavit?

No. The document has signature and date lines for the owner but no notary block, and it lists no notarized attachment or separate sworn step.

How do I submit the Home Occupation Affidavit?

Return the completed affidavit to the Community Development Department, usually at the same time as your Business License application. The form lists 736 F Street, Arcata, CA 95521.

What information does the affidavit ask for?

It asks for the legal business name, business location, business owner's name and contact information, and a brief description of business activities. The owner also signs and dates an agreement to follow the listed standards.

When should I submit this affidavit?

The form says home business owners should return it with their Business License application, usually at the same time. It says a City Planner reviews the affidavit to determine whether the business is allowed in a residential neighborhood.

Arcata, CA · Humboldt County

No notary required

Home Occupation Information and Affidavit

Arcata home business owners complete and submit this affidavit with a Business License application so a City Planner can review the proposed residential business.

What this form is

The form is for owners who will operate a business from their home in Arcata. The city says to submit it to the Community Development Department, usually at the same time as the Business License application, for review by a City Planner. It requests the business name and location, owner name and contact information, a description of activities, and the owner's signed agreement to follow the stated standards.

Who needs it

A home business owner in Arcata must complete this affidavit when operating a business from their residence and submit it with a Business License application.

How to submit it

Return the completed affidavit to the Community Development Department, usually with the Business License application. The form lists 736 F Street, Arcata, CA 95521.

About notarization

This document is signed and dated without a notary; it lists no notarized attachment or separate sworn step.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Affidavit
Download the Home Occupation Information and Affidavit PDF.
2
Complete The Form
Enter the business and owner information, contact details, and a brief description of business activities.
3
Review And Sign
Read the attached standards and sign and date the affidavit to attest that you understand and agree to comply.
4
Submit To The City
Return the affidavit to the Community Development Department, usually with your Business License application.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Home Occupation Affidavit?: No. The document has signature and date lines for the owner but no notary block, and it lists no notarized attachment or separate sworn step.
How do I submit the Home Occupation Affidavit?: Return the completed affidavit to the Community Development Department, usually at the same time as your Business License application. The form lists 736 F Street, Arcata, CA 95521.
What information does the affidavit ask for?: It asks for the legal business name, business location, business owner's name and contact information, and a brief description of business activities. The owner also signs and dates an agreement to follow the listed standards.
When should I submit this affidavit?: The form says home business owners should return it with their Business License application, usually at the same time. It says a City Planner reviews the affidavit to determine whether the business is allowed in a residential neighborhood.

Need something notarized?

This Home Occupation Information and Affidavit doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Arcata form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.