Mendham Township, MT · Morris County
Single Family Dwelling Affidavit
Property owners use this affidavit in support of a construction permit or certificate of occupancy application for a new home intended for their personal use.
What this form is
This affidavit supports an application for a construction permit or certificate of occupancy for a new home the owner will occupy personally. The owner attests that the home is for personal use, describes who will perform or supervise the work, and acknowledges that the home is not covered by the New Home Warranty and Builders’ Registration Act. The form also states that this fact must be disclosed to certain purchasers.
Who needs it
An owner applying for a construction permit or certificate of occupancy for a new home intended for the owner’s personal use needs this affidavit.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document does not require a notary; although it includes “Sworn and Subscribed to Before me” wording, the signer signs and dates the affidavit.
How to submit this form
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Download The Affidavit
Download the Single Family Dwelling Affidavit PDF.
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Complete The Affidavit
Provide the owner and property details and indicate whether the application is for a construction permit or certificate of occupancy.
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Review Your Statements
Review the statements about personal occupancy, work performed or supervised, and the home warranty disclosure.
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Submit To The City
Submit the affidavit to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Single Family Dwelling Affidavit for?
- It supports an application for a construction permit or certificate of occupancy for a new home the owner intends to use personally.
- Who completes this affidavit?
- The owner applying for a construction permit or certificate of occupancy for a new home intended for the owner’s personal use completes it.
- Do I need a notary for the Single Family Dwelling Affidavit?
- No. The document does not require a notary, although it includes “Sworn and Subscribed to Before me” wording; the signer signs and dates the affidavit.
- How do I submit the Single Family Dwelling Affidavit?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Need something notarized?
This Single Family Dwelling Affidavit doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Mendham Township form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.