Port Wentworth, GA · Chatham County

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Owner Building Permit Affidavit

This affidavit is for property owners in Port Wentworth who seek special consideration to build or serve as general contractor on their own property.

What this form is

The affidavit states the conditions an owner must accept when requesting an owner-builder permit, including that the property is for the owner's use and will not be offered for sale or lease. It asks for the property address, owner's printed name and signature, and a sworn statement. The form also describes contractor responsibilities, code compliance, inspections, and possible consequences for false statements.

Who needs it

Property owners seeking special consideration to build or serve as general contractor for property they own should complete this affidavit.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the signer signs and dates the affidavit, with no notarized attachment or related step specified.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Affidavit

    Download the Owner Building Permit Affidavit PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Form

    Enter the property address and property owner's printed name, then review the statements.

  3. 3

    Sign The Affidavit

    Sign and date the affidavit.

  4. 4

    Submit To The City

    Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Owner Building Permit Affidavit for?
It lets a property owner request special consideration to build or serve as general contractor for property the owner intends to use.
Who should complete this affidavit?
A property owner seeking an owner-builder permit should provide the property address, printed name, and signature and agree to the statements on the form.
Do I need a notary for the Owner Building Permit Affidavit?
No. This document is signed without a notary; the signer signs and dates the affidavit, with no notarized attachment or related step specified.
How do I submit the Owner Building Permit Affidavit?
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

This Owner Building Permit Affidavit doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Port Wentworth form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.