Warren, MI · Macomb County
Residential Letter of Responsibility
Warren homeowners use this letter to accept responsibility for specified City Certification violations and arrange a special inspection permit while repairs are delayed.
- 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 letter lets a property owner agree to purchase a special inspection permit so the owner may occupy a property with City Certification violations that cannot be repaired because of weather or other circumstances approved by the City Inspector. The owner identifies the property, violations, and repair deadline. The form warns that missing the deadline may lead to court tickets and possible revocation of the approved City Certification.
Who needs it
A Warren homeowner may need this form when the City allows occupancy with specified City Certification violations that cannot yet be repaired.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes a “before me” affidavit block; the homeowner signs the responsibility statement and swears to it before a notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get Warren’s Residential Letter of Responsibility from the City website.
- 2
Fill In the Details
Provide the property location, violations, and repair deadline, then review the responsibility statement.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote notarization with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the affidavit before the notary during your online session.
- 5
Submit to the City
Send the completed letter to the City of Warren Building Division and follow its instructions for the special inspection permit.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Warren. 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 and submit this letter?
- Identify the property, violations, and repair deadline, then sign before a notary. Submit the completed letter to the City of Warren Building Division and confirm any permit or inspection arrangements with the City.
- Do I need to sign this letter before a notary?
- The form includes a notary block stating that the homeowner appeared before the notary and executed the affidavit. Sign the responsibility statement before the notary.
- Can I use an online notary for this form?
- Michigan has authorized its notaries to perform remote electronic notarizations since 2018–2019. A commissioned online notary may be able to notarize this affidavit; confirm with the city, village or township if unsure.
- What happens if I miss the repair deadline?
- The form says failure to complete repairs by the stated date may result in court tickets and possible revocation of the approved City Certification.