Pembroke Pines, FL · Broward County
Change of Primary Contractor
Form to substitute the primary contractor on an active Pembroke Pines permit; the owner's authorizing signature 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
When the primary (general) contractor on a Pembroke Pines permit is replaced mid-project, this form documents the substitution. It records the permit number, job address, and the outgoing and incoming contractors, and the Building Department verifies the completed work before approving the change. The property owner's authorizing signature must be notarized.
Who needs it
Pembroke Pines owners and contractors transferring an active permit from the original primary contractor to a new one.
Why it needs a notary
The City of Pembroke Pines requires the owner's authorization on the change of primary contractor to be notarized before the permit is reassigned.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Get the form
Download the Change of Primary Contractor from the City of Pembroke Pines 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 Change of Primary Contractor and submit it to the City of Pembroke Pines.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Pembroke Pines. 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
- When do I need a change of contractor form in Pembroke Pines?
- When the contractor of record on an active Pembroke Pines permit is replaced mid-project. The form transfers responsibility to the new contractor (or to you as owner-builder).
- Does the change of contractor form have to be notarized?
- Yes. The City of Pembroke Pines requires the owner's authorizing signature to be notarized before the permit is reassigned.
- Can I do this online?
- Yes. Connect with a Rush Notary online notary by video to notarize the change of contractor form from anywhere.
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