Carpentersville, IL · Kane County
Homeowner Building Permit Certification
Homeowners complete this certification when applying for a building permit to do work themselves at their Carpentersville residence.
What this form is
This certification states that the homeowner resides at the property and will personally perform the work listed in the building permit application, without a contractor for hire. It asks for the property location, permit application date, and homeowner’s printed name and signature. The homeowner also affirms responsibility for the work, inspections, and residency after final inspection.
Who needs it
A homeowner applying for a building permit who plans to perform the listed work personally and be identified as the homeowner contractor needs this certification.
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 signer signs and dates the certification and affirms the statements under oath.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Certification
Download the Homeowner Building Permit Certification PDF.
- 2
Complete The Certification
Enter the residence location and permit application date, then print your name and sign.
- 3
Gather Related Materials
Have the related building permit application information available to complete the certification.
- 4
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
- Who uses the Homeowner Building Permit Certification?
- A homeowner applying for a building permit who will personally perform the work at their residence uses this certification.
- What information does the certification ask for?
- It asks for the residence location, building permit application date, and the homeowner’s printed name and signature, along with statements about the work and inspections.
- Do I need a notary for the Homeowner Building Permit Certification?
- No. This document is signed without a notary; the signer signs and dates the certification and affirms the statements under oath.
- How do I submit the certification?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Need something notarized?
This Homeowner Building Permit Certification doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.