Newstead, NY · Erie County
Application to Opt Out of Knox Box Requirement for Commercial Structures
Owners of commercial structures built before September 13, 2010, use this application to request permission from the Town of Newstead to opt out of the Knox Box requirement.
What this form is
This written application lets owners of commercial structures built before September 13, 2010, request permission to opt out of the Town of Newstead’s Knox Box requirement. It asks for the property location, SBL number, construction year, reason for the request, and owner contact information. The applicant also signs a statement absolving the town from liability or damage resulting from not having a Knox Box installed.
Who needs it
Owners of commercial structures built before September 13, 2010, who want to request permission to opt out of the Town of Newstead’s Knox Box requirement need this application.
How to submit it
Submit the written request to the Town of Newstead, P.O. Box 227, Akron, NY 14001. The form also lists a phone number and fax number for the town.
About notarization
This document is signed and dated without a notary; the applicant signs the liability statement and enters the date submitted.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Town of Newstead application to opt out of the Knox Box requirement for commercial structures.
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Complete The Property Details
Enter the property location, SBL number, construction year, reason for the request, and owner contact information.
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Sign And Date The Request
Sign the statement absolving the town from liability or damage resulting from not having a Knox Box installed, and enter the submission date.
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Submit The Written Request
Send the application to the Town of Newstead, P.O. Box 227, Akron, NY 14001.
Frequently asked questions
- Who can request to opt out of the Knox Box requirement?
- Owners of commercial structures built before September 13, 2010, may submit a written request to the Town of Newstead for permission to opt out.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for the property location, SBL number, year built, reason for the request, and the property owner’s name and contact information.
- Do I need a notary for this Knox Box opt-out application?
- No. The applicant signs and dates the application without a notary.
- How do I submit the Knox Box opt-out application?
- Send the written request to the Town of Newstead, P.O. Box 227, Akron, NY 14001. The form also lists the town’s phone and fax numbers.
Need something notarized?
This Application to Opt Out of Knox Box Requirement for Commercial Structures doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Newstead form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.