Tenafly, NJ · Bergen County
Smoke Alarm, Carbon Monoxide Alarm, and Fire Extinguisher Compliance Affidavit
This application certifies smoke alarm, carbon monoxide alarm, and portable fire extinguisher compliance for a dwelling in Tenafly and is filed by its owner or authorized representative.
- 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
Tenafly’s application lets a dwelling owner or authorized representative certify that required smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, and a portable fire extinguisher are installed and working, instead of having an inspection. The applicant provides the dwelling location and closing date, checks each required condition, and signs a sworn statement that the information is true. The form says the certificate is not transferable and a new application is required if the change of occupant does not occur within six months.
Who needs it
A dwelling owner or the owner’s authorized representative completes this application when seeking a Tenafly certificate for smoke alarm, carbon monoxide alarm, and fire extinguisher compliance.
Why it needs a notary
The form has a sworn-and-subscribed jurat; the applicant signs the certification before the notary, who completes the date and signature section.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get Tenafly’s smoke alarm, carbon monoxide alarm, and fire extinguisher compliance application.
- 2
Complete the Dwelling Details
Enter the property location, check each applicable certification, and provide the requested contact and closing information.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a video appointment with a commissioned online notary before signing the sworn certification.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the applicant certification during the online appointment so the notary can complete the jurat.
- 5
Submit to Tenafly
Send the completed application to the municipality using its accepted submission method.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Tenafly. 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 get the Tenafly smoke compliance affidavit notarized?
- Complete the dwelling and alarm information, then book a video appointment with a commissioned online notary. Sign the certification during the appointment and submit the completed application to Tenafly.
- Do I need to sign this form in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form says the applicant’s statements are sworn and subscribed before a notary, so sign the certification during your notarial appointment.
- Can I use online notarization for this application?
- New Jersey has permanently authorized remote online notarization and remote ink notarization for its own notaries since October 2021. Ask Tenafly whether it accepts a remotely notarized application; confirm with the municipality if unsure.
- What does the application certify?
- The applicant checks and certifies that required smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are installed and working, and that the portable fire extinguisher meets the form’s stated requirements.