Riverside, IL · Cook County
Homeowner Waiver
The Homeowner Waiver is for Riverside homeowners doing building, plumbing, mechanical, or electrical work themselves for a residential building permit.
What this form is
This waiver covers owner-performed building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical work for residential building permits. It explains that homeowners may need to consult or hire a licensed professional to correct code violations, and that the homeowner agrees to hold the Village harmless from accidents and damages. It also notes that additional inspections require additional fees and asks for the homeowner’s signature, printed name, date, and property address.
Who needs it
A homeowner doing building, plumbing, mechanical, or electrical work on a residential property for a building permit may need this waiver.
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 waiver is signed and dated without a notary; it identifies no notarized or sworn attachment, so the homeowner just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
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Download The Waiver
Download the Riverside Homeowner Waiver PDF.
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Complete The Waiver
Enter the homeowner’s name, property address, date, and signature.
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Gather Attachments
The waiver text does not identify any required attachments.
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Submit To The City
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Riverside Homeowner Waiver for?
- It covers building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical work done by an owner for a residential building permit and describes responsibilities if code violations are found.
- Who completes the Homeowner Waiver?
- The homeowner completes it, providing a signature, printed name, date, and property address for the residential property where the work is being done.
- Do I need a notary for the Homeowner Waiver?
- No. The waiver has signature and date lines but no notary block or sworn attachment; the homeowner just signs and dates it.
- How do I submit the Homeowner Waiver?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.