Lovejoy, GA · Clayton County
Homeowner Affidavit
Lovejoy's owner-occupant affidavit that a homeowner (rather than a licensed contractor) must sign, notarize, and submit to pull their own building, electrical, plumbing, or other permit.
- 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
The City of Lovejoy issues permits only to a state-licensed contractor or to the owner-occupant of a residential property. A homeowner acting as their own contractor must complete this Homeowner Affidavit certifying they are the owner-occupant, describing the work to be performed, and attaching a copy of their driver's license matching the property address. The form states it must be completed, signed, notarized, and submitted with the permit application.
Who needs it
Lovejoy homeowners acting as their own contractor to pull a building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fence, deck, or pool permit.
Why it needs a notary
The form states plainly: 'This form must be completed, signed, notarized and submitted with your permit application,' with 'sworn-to,' 'before-me,' and 'notary-element' signals confirming a notarized jurat.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Download the Homeowner Affidavit from the City of Lovejoy's Permits page.
- 2
Describe the Work
Fill in the jobsite address and check which type of work you will perform.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session with Rush Notary.
- 4
Verify ID and Sign on Video
Show your driver's license and sign the affidavit before the online notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Attach a copy of your driver's license and submit the notarized affidavit with your permit application.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Lovejoy. 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
- How do I notarize my Lovejoy homeowner affidavit?
- Upload the completed affidavit, verify your ID on camera, and sign it before an online notary during a short video session.
- Do I need a notary for a Lovejoy owner-builder permit?
- Yes, the affidavit states it must be completed, signed, notarized, and submitted with your permit application.
- What documents do I need with the homeowner affidavit?
- A copy of your driver's license is required, and the address on it must match the jobsite address listed on the affidavit.
- Can an out-of-state online notary notarize my Lovejoy homeowner affidavit?
- Georgia recognizes acknowledgments and jurats taken by notaries of other states; check with the City of Lovejoy if you are unsure whether they will accept it.
- Who can use this affidavit instead of hiring a contractor?
- Only the owner-occupant of the residential property may use it; the city otherwise requires a state-licensed contractor to pull the permit.
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