Shawnee, KS · Johnson County
Code Compliance Certification Statement
This statement certifies that a newly constructed one- or two-family dwelling substantially complies with applicable building codes and approved plans, and is submitted by the builder or an authorized company representative.
- 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
Shawnee requires this certification for every new one- or two-family dwelling before issuing a Certificate of Occupancy. The person completing it certifies that construction substantially complies with applicable building codes, plans, specifications, and any deviations reviewed and approved by the city. After the project is complete, submit the signed and notarized statement to the Building Codes Division by email, through the online portal, or at the listed office address.
Who needs it
The builder must submit this statement for a new one- or two-family dwelling before Shawnee issues its Certificate of Occupancy.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes a jurat stating it was subscribed and sworn to before the notary; the builder or authorized company representative signs the certification.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Code Compliance Certification Statement from the City of Shawnee.
- 2
Fill In the Project Details
Enter the project address and the signer’s information, then review the certification.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange an appointment with a commissioned online notary for the form’s jurat.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the certification during the online notary session and complete the oath.
- 5
Submit to the City
After project completion, send the notarized form to Shawnee’s Building Codes Division by email, portal, or the listed office address.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Shawnee. 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 submit the completed certification to Shawnee?
- After project completion, submit the signed and notarized form to the Building Codes Division by email, through Shawnee’s online portal, or at the office address printed on the form.
- Do I need to sign this form in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form has a jurat stating that it was subscribed and sworn to before a notary. The builder, or the specified company officer or LLC member or manager, signs the certification.
- Can I complete the notarization online?
- Kansas law authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary under K.S.A. 53-5a15, and recognizes qualifying notarial acts by authorized out-of-state officers under K.S.A. 53-5a11. Confirm with the city if unsure.
- When does Shawnee require this certification?
- The form says it must be completed for all new one- and two-family dwellings before issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. Submit it after project completion.