Tybee Island, GA · Chatham County
Sidewalk Cafe or Merchandise Display Permit Application
Notarized permit application allowing a Tybee Island business to place tables or merchandise on the public sidewalk.
- licensed online 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
Businesses on Tybee Island wanting to operate a sidewalk cafe or display merchandise on the public right-of-way must complete this permit application, which includes a notarized indemnification and hold-harmless acknowledgment. The city requires the acknowledgment to be sworn before a notary before granting use of public space.
Who needs it
Business owners on Tybee Island seeking to place a sidewalk cafe or merchandise display on public sidewalks.
Why it needs a notary
The permit's indemnification/hold-harmless acknowledgment must be sworn and subscribed before a notary public.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Sidewalk Cafe or Merchandise Display Permit Application from the City of Tybee Island website or Rush Notary.
- 2
Fill It Out
Complete the business, location, and layout details.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session with Rush Notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Verify your ID and sign the indemnification acknowledgment live in front of the notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Deliver the notarized permit application to Tybee Island City Hall.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Tybee Island. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed 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
- Do I need to notarize the Tybee Island sidewalk cafe permit?
- Yes, the indemnification/hold-harmless acknowledgment must be sworn before a notary public.
- Who needs this permit?
- Businesses on Tybee Island that want to place tables, chairs, or merchandise displays on the public sidewalk.
- How do I get this permit notarized online?
- Upload the completed application, verify your ID on camera, and sign it during a live remote online notarization session.
- Can I use an online notary if I'm not in Georgia?
- Georgia recognizes acknowledgments from notaries of other states, so remote online notarization is generally accepted; check with the city if unsure.