Vista, CA · San Diego County
Building Plan Duplication Affidavit
This affidavit requests authority to duplicate official building plans and is submitted by someone seeking copies when the design professional of record must be notified.
- 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
Use this affidavit to request authority to duplicate official building plans for a specified property address. The form states that the copies may be used only for maintaining, operating, and using the building, and that the plans are incomplete without the professional’s interpretation. After the notarized affidavit is returned to the Building Division, it is sent by registered mail to the design professional, who has 30 days to respond before duplication may proceed.
Who needs it
A person seeking to duplicate official building plans may submit this affidavit when requesting release through the design professional of record.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Affidavit
Get the Building Plan Duplication Affidavit from the City of Vista.
- 2
Complete the Form
Enter the building address and complete the affidavit and contact details.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange an appointment with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the affidavit during the online notary session and obtain the notary’s statement.
- 5
Submit to the City
Return the notarized affidavit to the Building Division for processing.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Vista. 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 request authority to duplicate official building plans?
- Complete the affidavit with the property address, have your signature notarized, and return it to the Building Division. The form says it will be sent by registered mail to the design professional of record.
- Do I need to sign this affidavit in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form says the signature must be notarized and asks you to attach a notary’s statement.
- Can I use a remote online notary for this affidavit?
- California notaries cannot perform remote online notarization until the Secretary of State certifies the technology (or 2030). You may use a commissioned online notary; California recognizes out-of-state notarizations under Civil Code §1189(b).
- What happens after I return the notarized affidavit?
- The Building Division sends it by registered mail to the design professional of record, who has 30 days to respond. If no response arrives within that period, the plans or supporting documents may be duplicated. Confirm with the city if unsure.