Billerica, MA · Middlesex County
Affidavit for Final Cost of Construction
This affidavit states the total final construction cost, including related work, and is completed by the owner for the Town of Billerica Building Department.
- 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 form records the total estimated cost of construction for a building and asks the owner to swear that the statement is true and correct. It defines related construction costs to include work such as demolition, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, painting, landscaping, and site improvements, while excluding furnishings and portable equipment. The Building Department has spaces to record the final cost, original estimate, cost difference, and any additional fee.
Who needs it
The owner identified on the form completes it to state the construction cost for a building addressed by the Billerica Building Department.
Why it needs a notary
The form has a state jurat: the owner signs and personally appears before the notary to swear that the statement is true.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Affidavit
Get the Affidavit for Final Cost of Construction from the Town of Billerica.
- 2
Fill In the Cost Details
Complete the building address, construction amount, and owner information.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Take the Oath on Video
Appear by video and sign the affidavit when directed by the notary.
- 5
Submit to the Building Department
Send the notarized form to the Town of Billerica Building Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Billerica. 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 complete the final construction cost affidavit?
- Enter the building address, total construction cost, and owner information. Sign under oath before a notary, then submit the completed form to the Billerica Building Department.
- Do I need to sign this affidavit in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes a jurat stating that the owner personally appeared and swore the statement was true. Do not sign before your notary appointment.
- Can I use an online notary for this affidavit?
- Massachusetts permanently authorized remote online notarization for its own notaries effective January 1, 2024. A commissioned online notary can administer the oath by video; confirm with the city or town clerk if unsure.
- What costs should I include?
- The form includes related work such as demolition, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, painting, carpeting, landscaping, and site improvements. It excludes furnishings and portable equipment.
Affidavit for Final Cost of Construction in other Middlesex County cities
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