Anaheim, CA · Orange County
Short-Term Rental Authorized Agent Appointment
Anaheim residential property owners use this form to authorize an agent listed on their short-term rental application to manage the rental and handle specified city requirements.
- 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 form identifies the property owner and authorizes an agent listed on Part 7 of the short-term rental application to manage the rental, file reports, remit transient occupancy taxes, and follow permit requirements. It also states that the owner remains responsible for compliance and that the authorized agent or property manager must hold an active City of Anaheim Business License. The form is for owners appointing an agent in connection with a short-term rental permit.
Who needs it
An Anaheim residential property owner who wants an agent listed on the short-term rental application to manage the property or units should complete this appointment.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes an acknowledgment block with a perjury declaration; the property owner and any other signer named in the notarial certificate sign before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Form
Get the Authorized Agent Appointment form from the City of Anaheim.
- 2
Fill In The Form
Provide the property owner and agent details, review the declaration, and complete the city, state, and date fields.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange a notary appointment and check that the service can notarize this form for your situation.
- 4
Sign On Video
Follow the notary’s instructions and sign when directed during the online session.
- 5
Submit To The City
Submit the notarized form with your short-term rental permit materials as directed by Anaheim.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Anaheim. 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 authorized agent appointment?
- Enter the property owner and agent information, review the declaration, and sign the form before a notary. Submit the completed form with the short-term rental permit materials.
- Do I need to have this form notarized?
- The form includes a notarial acknowledgment and requires the signer or signers named in the notarial certificate to appear before a notary for acknowledgment.
- Can I use 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); a commissioned online notary may be an option.
- Who is responsible if the authorized agent does not comply?
- The form says the property owner remains responsible for compliance, and an agent’s failure to comply does not relieve the owner of their obligations.
- Does the authorized agent need a city business license?
- The form states that the authorized agent or property manager must hold an active City of Anaheim Business License; confirm with the city if unsure.