What does the Affidavit of No New Improvements confirm?

It lets the property owner affirm that the attached survey is for the property and accurately depicts current conditions and existing improvements, with any exceptions identified.

How do I submit the Affidavit of No New Improvements?

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details, since the document does not provide submission instructions.

Do I need a notary for the Affidavit of No New Improvements?

No. The property owner signs and dates this document without a notary; it does not identify a sworn or notarized attachment.

Palatine, IL · Cook County

No notary required

Affidavit of No New Improvements

Property owners use this affidavit to confirm that an attached survey accurately shows existing improvements at the property when applying for a permit.

What this form is

This affidavit lets a property owner affirm that the attached survey is for the property and accurately depicts its current conditions and existing improvements. It is used with a permit application; the owner identifies any exceptions and acknowledges that an inaccurate survey may lead the Village to reject the plan or stop permitted work until an accurate survey is received and approved. The form also requests property, surveyor, and survey details.

Who needs it

A property owner applying for a permit who is submitting a survey that shows the property's current conditions and existing improvements needs this affidavit.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the property owner signs and dates the affidavit, and no sworn or notarized attachment is identified.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Affidavit
Download the Affidavit of No New Improvements PDF.
2
Complete The Form
Enter the property and survey details, identify any exceptions, and sign and date the affidavit.
3
Attach The Survey
Include the survey that the owner affirms accurately depicts the property's current conditions and existing improvements.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the completed affidavit and attached survey to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Affidavit of No New Improvements confirm?: It lets the property owner affirm that the attached survey is for the property and accurately depicts current conditions and existing improvements, with any exceptions identified.
How do I submit the Affidavit of No New Improvements?: Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details, since the document does not provide submission instructions.
Do I need a notary for the Affidavit of No New Improvements?: No. The property owner signs and dates this document without a notary; it does not identify a sworn or notarized attachment.

Need something notarized?

This Affidavit of No New Improvements doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.