Lawrenceville, GA · Gwinnett County
Homeowner Contractor Exemption Affidavit
A sworn statement letting a Lawrenceville property owner build or alter their own residence without a licensed general contractor.
- 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
Georgia's owner-builder exemption under O.C.G.A. §43-41-17 lets a homeowner act as their own contractor for their own residence. Lawrenceville requires the homeowner to sign this affidavit and have it notarized before issuing the corresponding building permit.
Who needs it
Homeowners in Lawrenceville who want to build or renovate their own residence without hiring a licensed contractor.
Why it needs a notary
The affidavit includes a notary public jurat block confirming the sworn homeowner-builder statement.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Homeowner Contractor Exemption Affidavit from Lawrenceville's Forms & Applications page.
- 2
Fill In Project Details
Enter your name, property address, and project description.
- 3
Book Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization appointment.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the sworn statement before the notary via video call.
- 5
Submit to the City
Deliver the notarized affidavit with your building permit application.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Lawrenceville. 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 a notary for this affidavit?
- Yes, the homeowner's sworn statement must be signed before a notary public before the city will accept it.
- What is the owner-builder exemption?
- O.C.G.A. §43-41-17 lets a property owner act as their own general contractor for their own residence without a contractor license.
- How do I notarize this online?
- Upload the affidavit, verify your identity on video, and sign in front of a remote online notary.
- Can I use this to build a rental property?
- No, check with the city if unsure — the exemption generally applies to owner-occupied residences, not properties built for sale or lease.