Saranac Lake, NY · Essex County
Short-Term Rental Safety Compliance Affidavit
This affidavit lets short-term rental property owners attest that their property meets listed fire, safety, and building-code criteria when applying for a Village of Saranac Lake STR permit.
- 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 property address, all owners’ names, and their sworn statements about safety features and conditions, including smoke detectors, exits, electrical systems, and emergency address numbers. Property owners submit it to the Village of Saranac Lake Community Development Department with an STR permit application. The form also warns that failure to meet short-term rental requirements may result in revocation of the permit.
Who needs it
All owners listed for a short-term rental property applying for a Village of Saranac Lake STR permit need to attest to the listed safety and code criteria.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes a jurat requiring each signing property owner to swear or affirm the affidavit’s contents before a notary public.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Affidavit
Get the STR safety compliance affidavit from the Village of Saranac Lake.
- 2
Fill In The Property Details
Enter the STR property address and the names of all property owners, and review the listed safety criteria.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a remote notarization with Rush Notary before signing the affidavit.
- 4
Sign On Video
Each signing property owner swears or affirms the affidavit before the notary during the online session.
- 5
Submit To The Village
Submit the notarized affidavit with your STR permit application to the Village of Saranac Lake Community Development Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Saranac Lake. 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 STR safety compliance affidavit notarized?
- Complete the form, then book with Rush Notary. Each property owner signing the affidavit must swear or affirm its contents before the notary.
- Do I need to sign the affidavit in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes a jurat stating that the signer swears or affirms the contents before a notary public.
- Can I sign this affidavit with an online notary?
- New York authorizes remote online notarization by its notaries under Executive Law §135-c, in effect since 2023. You can sign by video with a commissioned online notary.
- Where do I submit the completed affidavit?
- The form lists the Village of Saranac Lake Community Development Department as the contact for the STR permit application. Confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.