Fontana, CA · San Bernardino County
Owner-Builder Verification
The Owner-Builder Verification authorizes a named person to obtain City of Fontana permits and sign permit applications for a property owner applying for an owner-builder permit.
- 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 property owner uses this form to affirm ownership, identify the person authorized to act for them, and accept responsibility for permits obtained on their behalf. The city says to complete, notarize, and return it promptly; it will not issue the permit until the form is fully completed, signed, notarized, and provided to the city.
Who needs it
A property owner applying for an owner-builder permit who wants to authorize another person to obtain permits and sign applications on their behalf needs this verification.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes an acknowledgment; the property owner named in the notary block signs before the notary and acknowledges signing in an authorized capacity.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Form
Get the Owner-Builder Verification from the City of Fontana.
- 2
Complete The Form
Enter the job site address, authorized person's information, permit purpose, and property owner's name.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange notarization with a commissioned online notary where permitted.
- 4
Sign Before The Notary
The property owner signs and acknowledges the signature before the notary.
- 5
Submit It To The City
Return the completed and notarized verification to the City of Fontana for permit processing.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Fontana. 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 submit the Owner-Builder Verification?
- Complete the form, have the property owner sign it before a notary, and return it to the City of Fontana. The city says it must receive the completed, signed, notarized form before issuing the permit.
- Do I need to notarize this form before the city issues a permit?
- Yes. The form states that no permit will be issued until it is completely filled out, signed, notarized, and provided to the City of Fontana.
- Can I notarize this form online in California?
- 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); confirm with the city if unsure.
- Who signs before the notary?
- The property owner listed on the form signs and acknowledges the signature before the notary. The form separately asks for the authorized person's printed name and signature.