Who should file the Rental Housing Certificate of Inspection Application?

The property owner is responsible for obtaining a rental certificate of inspection for covered rental properties. The application can also be used to update address, phone, or agent information.

Do I need a notary for the Rental Housing Certificate of Inspection Application?

No. The application asks the applicant to sign and date it; it lists no sworn attachment or notarized step.

What information does the application request?

It asks for the rental property address and number of dwelling units, owner contact information, local-agent details when applicable, correspondence preference, and the applicant’s signature and date.

Galena, IL · Jo Daviess County

No notary required

Rental Housing Certificate of Inspection Application

Galena property owners use this application to register rental housing for inspection and obtain a rental certificate of inspection.

What this form is

The application collects the rental property address, dwelling-unit count, owner and local-agent contact details, and the applicant’s signature. Galena requires a current rental certificate of inspection for covered rental properties; the document describes exceptions, annual fees by building type, and the inspection program.

Who needs it

Owners of Galena rental properties covered by the inspection program submit this application to obtain or update a rental certificate of inspection.

How to submit it

Submit the completed application to the Office of the Building Official at City Hall, 101 Green Street, Galena, Illinois. The form lists annual fees by building type.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; it lists no sworn attachment or notarized step.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Rental Housing Certificate of Inspection Application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Enter the property address and unit count, owner details, local-agent details when applicable, and correspondence preference.
3
Review Fees And Sign
Review the annual fee listed for the building type, then sign and date the application.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the application to the Office of the Building Official at City Hall, 101 Green Street, Galena, Illinois.

Frequently asked questions

Who should file the Rental Housing Certificate of Inspection Application?: The property owner is responsible for obtaining a rental certificate of inspection for covered rental properties. The application can also be used to update address, phone, or agent information.
How do I submit the Rental Housing Certificate of Inspection Application?: Submit the completed application to the Office of the Building Official at City Hall, 101 Green Street, Galena, Illinois. The application lists annual fees by building type.
Do I need a notary for the Rental Housing Certificate of Inspection Application?: No. The application asks the applicant to sign and date it; it lists no sworn attachment or notarized step.
What information does the application request?: It asks for the rental property address and number of dwelling units, owner contact information, local-agent details when applicable, correspondence preference, and the applicant’s signature and date.

Need something notarized?

This Rental Housing Certificate of Inspection Application doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.