Olympia Fields, IL · Cook County
Owner-Builder Building Permit Waiver
This waiver accompanies a residential building permit application and is completed by an Olympia Fields homeowner who plans to perform building, plumbing, HVAC, or electrical work on an owner-occupied property.
- 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
The waiver explains the homeowner’s responsibility to follow current codes, hire licensed contractors if work fails inspection, and protect the Village from accidents and damages. It applies to residential property the homeowner currently occupies or will occupy for at least six months after occupancy approval or final permit approval. The form is part of the building permit paperwork, which also requests project, property, contractor, and work details.
Who needs it
An Olympia Fields homeowner applying for a residential permit to perform building, plumbing, HVAC, or electrical work on a home they occupy or will occupy.
Why it needs a notary
The waiver has a notary signature and stamp block; the homeowner whose name and signature appear on the waiver signs it before a commissioned online notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the owner-builder waiver and building permit application from the Village of Olympia Fields.
- 2
Complete the Form
Fill in the waiver and permit details, including the property, proposed work, and applicable subcontractors.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a remote session with a commissioned online notary for the waiver’s notary block.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the waiver during the online notarization session as directed by the notary.
- 5
Submit to the Village
Submit the notarized waiver with the permit application and any required work proposal or survey.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Olympia Fields. 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 complete the owner-builder waiver?
- Fill in the homeowner’s name, signature, and date on the waiver, then complete the notary signature and stamp section. Submit it with the building permit application and other required materials.
- Do I need to sign the waiver in front of a notary?
- The form includes a notary signature and stamp block. The homeowner signing the waiver should sign before a commissioned online notary.
- Can I notarize this form online?
- Illinois authorizes electronic and remote notarization by its notaries and recognizes notarial acts performed outside Illinois by an officer authorized where the act takes place. Confirm with the city or village if unsure.
- What else is included in the permit application?
- The application requests property and project details, lists subcontractors, and asks for a work proposal or estimate. A plat of survey is needed for permits involving sheds, fences, additions, driveway extensions, or pools.