Florida City, FL · Miami-Dade County
Hold Harmless Affidavit (Owner)
Owner's notarized request to cancel a permit and hold Florida City harmless while a new contractor or owner-builder completes the work.
- 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
Filed by the legal property owner to cancel an existing permit — for example when a contractor is replaced — and to apply as owner-builder or authorize a new contractor to complete the construction. The affidavit holds the City of Florida City, its agents, and personnel harmless from any liability arising from the cancellation or the issuance of a new permit. The owner's signature must be notarized.
Who needs it
Florida City property owners cancelling a permit or switching contractors who need to release the city from liability for the change.
Why it needs a notary
Florida City Building & Zoning requires the owner's signature on the Hold Harmless affidavit to be notarized before the permit is cancelled.
How to get this notarized
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Get the form
Download the Hold Harmless Affidavit (Owner) from the City of Florida City 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 Hold Harmless Affidavit (Owner) and submit it to the City of Florida City.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Florida City. 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
- Does this Florida City form need to be notarized?
- Yes. The City of Florida City requires the signature on this form to be notarized before it will accept the application. Rush Notary handles the notarization online.
- Can I notarize my Florida City Hold Harmless Affidavit (Owner) online?
- Yes. Rush Notary connects you with a licensed Florida online notary over secure video — no appointment and no trip to an office. Most sessions take just a few minutes.
- What do I need for an online notarization?
- A valid government-issued photo ID, the completed (but unsigned) form, and a phone or computer with a camera. The notary verifies your identity, witnesses your signature, and applies the seal.