New Durham, NH · Strafford County
Landlord Designated Agent Affidavit
This affidavit identifies the person authorized to accept legal process for an owner’s restricted rental property and is filed by the property owner with the municipality where the property is located.
- 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 records the owner, rental property address, designated agent’s contact information, and the owner’s sworn statement appointing that representative to accept documents and service for legal proceedings. The form says owners of restricted property must file this statement with the town or city clerk where the property is located, under RSA 540:1-b. The designated agent may be the owner.
Who needs it
An owner of restricted rental property files this affidavit with the town or city clerk where the property is located, naming someone authorized to accept legal process.
Why it needs a notary
The form has an oath-and-affirmation notary block with a Justice of the Peace/Notary Public signature line; the owner signs the affidavit before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Affidavit
Get the Landlord Designated Agent Affidavit from the Town of New Durham.
- 2
Fill In The Form
Provide the owner and rental property details, designated agent contact information, and the owner’s sworn statement.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange 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 Town
File the completed affidavit with the town or city clerk where the property is located.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from New Durham. 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 file the landlord designated agent affidavit?
- Enter the owner, property, and designated agent information, then swear and sign before a notary. File the completed affidavit with the town or city clerk where the property is located.
- Do I need to sign this affidavit in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes an oath-and-affirmation statement and a Justice of the Peace/Notary Public signature line. The owner should sign before the notary.
- Can I use online notarization for this affidavit?
- New Hampshire authorizes remote online notarization by its notaries under RSA 456-B:6-a. You can sign on video before a commissioned online notary.
- Where should I file the completed affidavit?
- The form directs owners to file with the town or city clerk of the municipality where the property is located. Confirm with the town/city if unsure.