Columbus, GA · Muscogee County
Authorized Permit Agent Form
The state licensing board form a Columbus contractor files to designate an employee or agent to pull building permits on their behalf.
- 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
Issued by the State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors, this form lets a qualifying licensed contractor designate an individual as their authorized permit agent for a specific project in Columbus. One original form is required per permit.
Who needs it
Licensed contractors in Columbus who want to authorize an employee or agent to pull a permit on the company's behalf.
Why it needs a notary
The form itself states it must be a 'notarized form with an ORIGINAL SIGNATURE (no copies or faxes accepted)' before the city will accept it.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Authorized Permit Agent Form from Columbus Inspections and Codes.
- 2
Fill It Out
Complete the contractor and designated agent information.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session.
- 4
Sign on Video
Verify your ID and sign the original form before the notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the notarized original with supporting license copies to Columbus Inspections and Codes.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Columbus. 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 this permit agent form notarized?
- Complete the form, then book an online notary session to sign it by video with your original signature.
- Do I need a notary for this form?
- Yes, the State Licensing Board requires the form to be notarized with an original signature — copies and faxes are not accepted.
- Is one form good for multiple permits?
- No, the contractor must submit a separate original form for each project.
- What else must accompany the form?
- A copy of the contractor's license, company license, and the agent's driver's license.