Cass Lake, MN · Cass County
Exemption Certificate
The Exemption Certificate is for Cass Lake property owners requesting an exemption under Rental Ordinance #679 and must be completed with a qualifying family member when applicable.
- 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 certificate is used by property owners requesting an exemption under Rental Ordinance #679. It collects the property owner’s name and address, property address, and qualifying family member’s contact information, and includes declarations that the information is true and that the exemption requirements are met. The form defines a qualifying family member as a parent, child, grandparent, or grandchild. The city says all signatures must be notarized for the form to be valid.
Who needs it
Property owners seeking this exemption must complete the certificate, with a qualifying family member identified as a parent/child or grandparent/grandchild.
Why it needs a notary
The form provides separate notary blocks, including county and commission-expiration fields; the property owner and qualifying family member must each sign before a notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Certificate
Get the Exemption Certificate from the City of Cass Lake.
- 2
Complete The Form
Enter the property owner, property, and qualifying family member information requested.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange an online notarization for the property owner and qualifying family member.
- 4
Sign On Video
Sign during the video session when directed by the notary.
- 5
Submit To The City
Submit the completed and notarized certificate to the City of Cass Lake.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Cass Lake. 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 the Exemption Certificate?
- Fill in the requested owner, property, and qualifying family member information. Both required signatures must be notarized for the form to be valid; confirm with the city if unsure about submission.
- Do I need both signatures notarized?
- Yes. The form states that all signatures must be notarized to be valid, and it provides separate signature and notary blocks for the property owner and qualifying family member.
- Can I sign the certificate with an online notary?
- Minnesota authorizes remote online notarization for its notaries under Minn. Stat. §358.645. You can sign during an online session with a commissioned online notary.