Garden City, ID · Ada County
Minor Work Floodplain Permit
Garden City property owners use this application to request a permit for minor work in a designated floodplain, including qualifying accessory structures, recreational vehicles, or fences.
- 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
This application requests permission to develop in a designated floodplain for a qualifying accessory structure under 200 square feet and valued under $7,500, a stored recreational vehicle, or a fence. The owner provides property and project information, certifies the application materials, and agrees to follow applicable requirements. The form also includes category-specific attestations and requires an electronic copy of the complete application submittal; incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Who needs it
A property owner applying to Garden City for floodplain work involving a qualifying accessory structure, stored recreational vehicle, or fence should complete this application.
Why it needs a notary
The form carries an acknowledgment block; the property owner signing the application must personally appear before the notary and acknowledge executing the instrument.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the Minor Work Floodplain Permit application and review all three pages and the requirements for your project type.
- 2
Complete the Application
Enter owner and property information, identify the work, and complete the attestations that apply to your accessory structure, recreational vehicle, or fence.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange an online notary appointment for the property owner who will sign and acknowledge the application.
- 4
Sign on Video
Appear before the notary by video, sign as directed, and acknowledge executing the application.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the completed application and required materials to Garden City, including the electronic copy specified on the form.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Garden City. 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 submit the Minor Work Floodplain Permit?
- Complete the application and required category-specific information, arrange the owner’s notarized acknowledgment, and submit the complete application materials to Garden City. The form requires an electronic copy.
- Do I need to have the property owner’s signature notarized?
- Yes. The application includes a notary acknowledgment for the person signing it. The signer must appear before the notary and acknowledge executing the instrument.
- Can I sign this application with a commissioned online notary?
- Idaho law authorizes remote notarization by Idaho notaries who register for electronic or remote authorization, and recognizes qualifying notarial acts performed in another state. Confirm the City accepts your notarized submission.
- What should I do if I am unsure where to submit the application?
- The form directs applicants to Garden City for the permit application. For questions about whether a document should be recorded, confirm with the city or county recorder if unsure.