Monticello, FL · Jefferson County
Owner-Builder Statement/Affidavit (Jefferson County / City of Monticello)
Statutory owner-builder disclosure (Florida Statute 489.103) signed when a Monticello property owner pulls a permit 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
Florida law lets a property owner build or improve their own one- or two-family residence without a licensed contractor, but only after personally signing this disclosure under Florida Statute 489.103(7). The City of Monticello requires the owner to personally appear, acknowledge the legal responsibilities of acting as their own contractor, and have the affidavit notarized before the permit is issued.
Who needs it
Monticello homeowners pulling a building permit as their own contractor (owner-builder) instead of hiring a licensed general contractor.
Why it needs a notary
Florida Statute 489.103 and the City of Monticello require the owner to personally appear and have the owner-builder disclosure notarized before the permit is issued.
How to get this notarized
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Get the form
Download the Owner-Builder Statement/Affidavit (Jefferson County / City of Monticello) from the City of Monticello building department.
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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.
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Sign and get notarized
Sign while the notary watches; they verify your identity and apply the notarial seal.
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Submit to the city
Download your notarized Owner-Builder Statement/Affidavit (Jefferson County / City of Monticello) and submit it to the City of Monticello.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Monticello. 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 Monticello Owner-Builder affidavit?
- It is the disclosure a Monticello 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 Monticello owner-builder affidavit have to be notarized?
- Yes. Florida law and the City of Monticello 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 Monticello?
- 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.
Owner-Builder Statement/Affidavit (Jefferson County / City of Monticello) in other Florida cities
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