Buford, GA · Gwinnett County
Application For Building Permit
This one-page application requests a City of Buford building permit and is filed by the property owner of record or an authorized agent planning to erect or alter a structure.
- 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
Use this form to apply to erect or alter a structure and describe the proposed work, property, construction, and contractor. The applicant swears that they are the owner of record or represent the owner and that the statements are true to the best of their knowledge. The form also allows the applicant to request a Certificate of Occupancy; the city says the structure cannot be occupied until required inspections are complete and the certificate is approved and issued.
Who needs it
The property owner of record or the owner’s authorized agent needs this application to request a permit to erect or alter a structure in the City of Buford.
Why it needs a notary
The form carries a sworn-to and subscribed-before-me jurat; the applicant signs and swears before the notary that the statements are true to their knowledge.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Get the City of Buford Application for Building Permit.
- 2
Fill In The Application
Provide the requested applicant, property, project, and contractor details.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a video session with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign On Video
Sign and swear to the application statements before the notary during your session.
- 5
Submit To The City
Send the notarized application and any required plans to the City of Buford.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Buford. 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 get the building permit application notarized?
- Complete the application, then book with a commissioned online notary. Sign and swear to the statements during the video session, and submit the form to the City of Buford.
- Do I need to sign the application in front of a notary?
- Yes. The application includes a sworn-to and subscribed-before-me jurat. The applicant must sign and swear that the statements are true to their knowledge before the notary.
- Can I use a commissioned online notary for this form?
- Georgia has no remote online notarization statute of its own. O.C.G.A. §44-2-21 recognizes acknowledgments taken by notaries of other states, but this form requires an oath; confirm with the city if unsure.
- What should I do after notarization?
- Submit the completed application and any required plans to the City of Buford. The form notes that complete plans must be furnished on all projects.
Application For Building Permit in other Georgia cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.