Eastham, MA · Barnstable County
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Affidavit
This affidavit certifies that an accessory dwelling unit and its property comply with Eastham requirements, and is completed by the property owner for the ADU property.
- 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
The affidavit identifies the property and accessory dwelling unit, records applicable approvals, and certifies compliance with Eastham Zoning Bylaw Section VII and other applicable requirements. The property owner completes it to attest that the ADU meets the stated limits on bedrooms, size, parking, and year-round rental, and signs the certification under the pains and penalties of perjury.
Who needs it
The property owner completes this affidavit for an Eastham property with an accessory dwelling unit to certify compliance with the requirements listed on the form.
Why it needs a notary
The form has an acknowledgment block: the property owner whose signature appears on the affidavit must personally appear before the notary and acknowledge signing voluntarily.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Affidavit
Get the Eastham Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Affidavit from the town’s website.
- 2
Fill In the Form
Enter the property and owner information, describe the ADU, and provide any applicable approval details.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Show identification and acknowledge your signature during the video session.
- 5
Submit the Affidavit
Submit the completed form to the appropriate Eastham municipal office; confirm the destination if unsure.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Eastham. 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 notarize the Eastham ADU affidavit online?
- Book with a commissioned online notary, show identification, and sign during the video session. Massachusetts permanently authorized remote online notarization for its own notaries effective January 1, 2024, under G.L. c. 222, §§27–29.
- Do I need to sign the affidavit in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes an acknowledgment requiring the property owner to appear personally before a notary and acknowledge signing voluntarily.
- What information does the ADU affidavit ask for?
- It asks for property and owner details, an ADU description, and applicable Zoning Board of Appeals or Planning Board approvals. It also includes certifications about ADU requirements.
- Where should I submit the completed affidavit?
- The form does not state where to submit it. Confirm with the city or town clerk if unsure.