Gonzales, CA · Monterey County
Affidavit – Self-Certification of Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Installation
Property owners use this affidavit to certify smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are installed and operational when a building permit requires compliance.
What this form is
This affidavit lets a property owner certify that smoke and carbon monoxide alarms have been installed according to the manufacturer's instructions and the code sections identified on the form, and that the alarms have been tested. The city requires it before final sign-off for building permits requiring compliance with those sections. It asks for property and permit details, alarm counts, and the owner's declaration, signature, and date.
Who needs it
A property owner with a building permit requiring compliance with the smoke and carbon monoxide alarm provisions must complete and return this certification before final sign-off.
How to submit it
Return the certification to the Building Inspector before final sign-off. The form says it may be hand delivered, mailed, or faxed to the Building Department at 831-675-2644.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the owner declares under penalty of perjury that the statement is true and correct and provides the execution date and location.
How to submit this form
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Download The Affidavit
Download the smoke and carbon monoxide alarm installation affidavit PDF.
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Complete The Form
Enter the property and permit details, alarm counts, and owner's printed name; then sign and date the declaration.
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Review Attachments
The form does not list any attachments; check that the required property and alarm information is complete.
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Return It To The City
Before final sign-off, hand deliver, mail, or fax the certification to the Building Department at 831-675-2644.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the smoke and carbon monoxide alarm affidavit?
- No. The document is signed without a notary. The owner declares under penalty of perjury that the information is true and provides the execution date and location.
- How do I submit the alarm installation affidavit?
- Return it to the Building Inspector before final sign-off. The form allows hand delivery, mail, or fax to the Building Department at 831-675-2644.
- When does the city require this affidavit?
- The form says it must be returned before final sign-off for building permits requiring compliance with the smoke and carbon monoxide alarm sections it identifies.