Fountain, CO · El Paso County
Short Term Rental License Annual Affidavit
The Short Term Rental License Annual Affidavit is a sworn statement for a rental property owner or designated contact person to file with the City of Fountain as part of short-term rental licensing.
- licensed online 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
Fountain requires a valid short-term rental license before a property or room is leased to short-term tenants. This affidavit identifies the owner or designated contact person and affirms that they will be available to respond to complaints, notify the Planning Department of contact changes within three days, and provide truthful information; the form also includes spaces for city staff and the permit number.
Who needs it
A short-term rental property owner or the owner’s designated contact person completes this affidavit for a rental address in the City of Fountain.
Why it needs a notary
The form has a “subscribed and sworn” notarial block; the applicant, signing as owner or designated contact person for the listed rental address, signs before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Affidavit
Get the Short Term Rental License Annual Affidavit from the City of Fountain.
- 2
Fill In the Form
Enter the applicant’s printed name and rental address, and review the statements before signing.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the affidavit during the online notarization session when instructed by the notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Send the notarized affidavit to the City of Fountain as part of the short-term rental licensing process.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Fountain. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed 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 notarize the short-term rental affidavit?
- Complete the affidavit, book a commissioned online notary, and sign during the video session. Submit the notarized form to the City of Fountain with any other licensing materials it requires.
- Do I need to sign this affidavit before a notary?
- Yes. The form includes a “subscribed and sworn” notarial block, so the applicant should sign before a notary.
- Can I use an online notary for this affidavit?
- Colorado authorizes remote online notarization by its notaries under C.R.S. §24-21-514.5. Confirm with the city or town if unsure whether it will accept a remotely notarized form.
- Who can complete the affidavit?
- The form is for the rental property owner or the designated contact person. It asks the signer to identify their role and the short-term rental address.