Buford, GA · Gwinnett County
Direct Payment Authorization Agreement
Buford utility customers complete this agreement to authorize automatic monthly bill payments from a bank account.
What this form is
This agreement authorizes the City of Buford to debit a utility customer’s bank account for monthly bills and correct transactions debited or credited in error. It asks for customer and account details, financial institution and bank account information, and a signature and date; attach a copy of a voided check. The form says to keep paying bills until direct payment begins and allows 4 to 6 weeks for service to start.
Who needs it
Buford utility customers who want their monthly bills automatically paid from a bank account need to complete this agreement.
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 agreement is signed and dated without a notary; the form asks for a copy of a voided check, not a notarized attachment.
How to submit this form
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Download The Agreement
Download the Direct Payment Authorization Agreement.
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Complete The Agreement
Provide customer names, the Buford account number and address, financial institution and bank account details, then sign and date.
- 3
Gather The Attachment
Attach a copy of a voided check; counter checks are not accepted.
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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
- Do I need a notary for the Direct Payment Authorization Agreement?
- No. The agreement is signed and dated without a notary. It asks you to attach a copy of a voided check, not a notarized attachment.
- How do I submit the Direct Payment Authorization Agreement?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
- What should I attach to the agreement?
- Attach a copy of a voided check. The form says counter checks are not accepted.
- When should I stop paying my utility bill?
- Continue paying your bill until you receive a monthly statement marked “PAID BY BANK DRAFT.” The form says to allow 4 to 6 weeks for service to begin.
Need something notarized?
This Direct Payment Authorization Agreement doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Buford form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.