Augusta, GA · Richmond County
Special Exception Application
The special exception application to amend Augusta's official Zoning Map, including a notarized owner authorization section.
- 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 or their agents seeking a special exception to Augusta-Richmond County's Zoning Map file this application with the Planning Division. The owner authorization portion includes a dedicated notary field, requiring the owner's signature to be sworn before a notary.
Who needs it
Property owners or authorized agents applying for a special exception within Augusta-Richmond County.
Why it needs a notary
The owner authorization section includes a dedicated notary field, evidenced by before-me and state-jurat language on the signature page.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Augusta special exception application PDF.
- 2
Fill It Out
Complete all required applicant and business information sections.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign and swear to the affidavit in front of the notary by video.
- 5
Submit to Augusta-Richmond County
Deliver the notarized form to the Planning & Development Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Augusta. 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 notarize my Augusta special exception application?
- Fill out the owner authorization section, then connect with an online notary by video to sign it under oath.
- Do I need a notary for this application?
- Yes, the owner authorization section includes a dedicated notary field that must be signed before a notary.
- What is a special exception?
- It is an application to amend Augusta's official Zoning Map for a specific use not otherwise permitted.
- Can I use an online notary for a Georgia city form?
- Yes, Georgia recognizes acknowledgments taken by notaries commissioned in other states; check with the city if unsure about local requirements.
Special Exception Application in other Georgia cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.