Washington, NY · Dutchess County
ZBA Owner’s Endorsement
This sworn endorsement identifies a property owner and authorizes another person or company to submit an application to the Town of Washington for approval.
- 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 endorsement states the signer’s ownership or authorized representative capacity, identifies the property, and names the person or company authorized to make the application. The form says it is not required when the owner or owners are making the application themselves. If ownership is held jointly, by a corporation, LLC, or partnership, each owner or partner must sign a separate endorsement; some signers must also provide proof of authority.
Who needs it
A property owner who authorizes someone else to make the described application to the Town of Washington may need to submit this endorsement.
Why it needs a notary
The owner or authorized signer completes the sworn statement and signs before a notary, who fills in the “Sworn to before me” jurat and notary details.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the ZBA owner’s endorsement from the Town of Washington.
- 2
Fill In the Form
Complete the ownership or representative details, residence, property information, and authorized applicant or company.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a remote session with a commissioned online notary before signing.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the form during the video session and complete the sworn statement before the notary.
- 5
Submit to the Town
Provide the notarized endorsement and any required proof of authority with the application.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Washington. 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 the ZBA owner’s endorsement?
- Identify your ownership or authorized representative capacity, provide your residence and property details, name the person or company making the application, then sign before a notary.
- Do I need this endorsement if I am making the application?
- The form says the endorsement is not required if the owner or owners are making the application themselves.
- Can I sign this form with an online notary?
- New York authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary under Executive Law §135-c, in effect since 2023. Confirm the Town of Washington will accept the notarized form.
- What proof of authority should I include?
- The form asks signers acting for a corporation, trust, or LLC to provide proof of authority, with examples including a corporate resolution, power of attorney, or attorney-opinion letter. Confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.