West St. Paul, MN · Dakota County
Family Member Exemption Affidavit for Rental Property
This sworn affidavit lets a West St. Paul property owner explain that a related family member occupies non-homestead property and that the owner is claiming an exemption from rental licensing.
- 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 owner identifies the property and occupant, states the family relationship, and affirms that the property is non-homestead and not occupied by the owner. West St. Paul requires this affidavit when an owner claims the family-member exemption from obtaining a rental property license. The form also says that if the family member moves out and the owner wants to rent to someone outside the family, the owner must obtain a city rental license before that tenant occupies the property.
Who needs it
A West St. Paul property owner claiming the rental-license exemption because a legally related family member occupies the owner's non-homestead property needs this affidavit.
How to get this notarized
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Download the Affidavit
Get the Family Member Exemption Affidavit for Rental Property from the City of West St. Paul.
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Fill in the Form
Enter your name, property address, occupant's name and date of birth, and your family relationship.
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Book an Online Notary
Schedule an online notary appointment and have identification ready.
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Mail It to the City
Mail the notarized affidavit to City of West St. Paul Rental Licensing at the address printed on the form.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from West St. Paul. 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 family member exemption affidavit?
- Complete and notarize the affidavit, then mail it to City of West St. Paul Rental Licensing at 1616 Humboldt Avenue, West St. Paul, MN 55118.
- Do I need a notary for this affidavit?
- Yes. The form includes a jurat stating that you signed and swore to the affidavit before a notary public.
- Can I sign this affidavit with an online notary?
- Minnesota law authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary. Sign during the notary's video session, following the notary's instructions.
- What if my family member moves out?
- The form says that if the family member vacates and you want to rent to a non-family member, you must obtain a City of West St. Paul rental license before that tenant occupies the property. Confirm with the city if unsure.