Davie, FL · Broward County
Owner-Builder Disclosure Statement
Statutory owner-builder disclosure (F.S. 489.103) signed when a Davie property owner acts as their own contractor — must be notarized.
- Florida-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 Town of Davie Building Division requires this disclosure when a property owner applies for a permit under the state's owner-builder exemption (F.S. 489.103). By signing, the owner confirms they understand they are assuming the legal responsibilities of a licensed contractor — supervising the work and using only licensed subcontractors — for their own one- or two-family residence. The owner must appear in person and have the statement notarized.
Who needs it
Davie homeowners pulling a building permit as their own contractor (owner-builder) rather than hiring a licensed general contractor.
Why it needs a notary
F.S. 489.103 and the Town of Davie require the owner to personally appear and have the owner-builder disclosure notarized before the permit is issued.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Get the form
Download the Owner-Builder Disclosure Statement from the City of Davie building department.
- 2
Fill it out
Complete every required field — but do not sign yet. The notary must witness your signature.
- 3
Have your ID ready
Have a valid, government-issued photo ID (driver's license, state ID, or passport) on hand.
- 4
Meet the online notary
Connect with a Rush Notary Florida-commissioned online notary over secure video — no appointment or travel needed.
- 5
Sign and get notarized
Sign while the notary watches; they verify your identity and apply the notarial seal.
- 6
Submit to the city
Download your notarized Owner-Builder Disclosure Statement and submit it to the City of Davie.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Davie. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed Florida 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
- What is the Davie Owner-Builder affidavit?
- It is the disclosure a Davie property owner signs under Florida Statute 489.103(7) to pull a building permit as their own contractor instead of hiring a licensed general contractor. It confirms you understand the legal responsibilities of acting as your own contractor.
- Does the Davie owner-builder affidavit have to be notarized?
- Yes. Florida law and the City of Davie require the owner to personally appear and have the owner-builder affidavit notarized before the permit is issued. Rush Notary handles this online by video.
- Can I act as my own contractor in Davie?
- If you own and occupy a one- or two-family home and the work is for your own use (not for sale or lease), Florida's owner-builder exemption lets you act as your own contractor. You must supervise the work and hire only licensed subcontractors.
- What do I need to notarize it online?
- A valid government-issued photo ID, the completed (unsigned) form, and a device with a camera. The whole session takes a few minutes.
Other forms in Davie
Owner-Builder Disclosure Statement in other Broward County cities
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