Rio Dell, CA · Humboldt County

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Inadvertent Discovery Protocol Affidavit

Property owners and contractors complete this affidavit to acknowledge the inadvertent discovery protocol for a project in Rio Dell.

What this form is

The affidavit records the property owner’s and contractor’s acknowledgment of procedures to follow if archaeological or paleontological resources or human remains are discovered during ground-disturbing work. It includes fields for the permit number, property address, owner and contractor names, contractor license number, signatures, and dates. The document also describes stopping work, notifications, and evaluation or handling procedures for discoveries.

Who needs it

Property owners and contractors with a Rio Dell project involving ground-disturbing work can use this affidavit to acknowledge the discovery protocol.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This affidavit is signed and dated without a notary; it does not identify any notarized attachment or related step.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Affidavit

    Download the Inadvertent Discovery Protocol Affidavit PDF for Rio Dell.

  2. 2

    Complete The Project Details

    Enter the permit number and property address, and print the owner’s and contractor’s information, including the contractor license number.

  3. 3

    Review The Protocol

    Read the discovery procedures and acknowledgment included in the affidavit.

  4. 4

    Sign And Submit

    The property owner and contractor sign and date the form. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Inadvertent Discovery Protocol Affidavit cover?
It acknowledges procedures for stopping ground-disturbing work and responding to potential archaeological or paleontological resources or human remains discovered during project work.
Who signs the Rio Dell affidavit?
The form provides spaces for the property owner and contractor to print their names, sign, and date. It also asks for the permit number, property address, and contractor license number.
Do I need a notary for the Inadvertent Discovery Protocol Affidavit?
No. The document provides signature and date lines for the owner and contractor and does not identify a notarized attachment or related step.
How do I submit the affidavit?
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

This Inadvertent Discovery Protocol Affidavit doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Rio Dell form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.