Clarkesville, GA · Habersham County
Short-Term Rental Owner Affidavit
A sworn statement required with Clarkesville's Short-Term Rental License Application confirming compliance with city rental rules.
- 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
Property owners offering a short-term rental in Clarkesville must sign a sworn affidavit confirming compliance with the city's short-term rental ordinance requirements. The affidavit must be notarized before the license is issued.
Who needs it
Property owners applying for a short-term rental (Airbnb/VRBO-style) license in Clarkesville.
Why it needs a notary
The application includes a subscribed-before-me jurat with a notary public signature and commission-expiration block.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Short-Term Rental License Application from Clarkesville's forms and documents section.
- 2
Complete the Application
Fill in property and owner details plus the compliance affidavit.
- 3
Book Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization appointment.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the affidavit before the notary via video call.
- 5
Submit to the City
Deliver the notarized application to Clarkesville City Hall.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Clarkesville. 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 a short-term rental license?
- Yes, the owner affidavit section must be signed before a notary.
- How do I notarize this online?
- Upload the completed application, verify your identity on video, and sign before a remote online notary.
- What does the affidavit confirm?
- It confirms the owner will comply with Clarkesville's short-term rental ordinance requirements.
- Do I need to renew this affidavit annually?
- Check with the city if unsure whether your short-term rental license and affidavit require annual renewal.