Rochester, NY · Monroe County
Sole Property / Sole Owner Affidavit
The Sole Property / Sole Owner Affidavit identifies a property owner and an authorized representative for matters before Rochester’s Parking and Municipal Code Violations Bureau.
- 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
This affidavit lets a property owner identify properties connected to a violation and authorize another person to represent them in matters before Rochester’s Parking and Municipal Code Violations Bureau. The owner provides contact details and attaches state-issued identification and/or DBA documents showing their relationship to the property; the form says EIN paperwork is not sufficient. It must be notarized within 30 days before the scheduled hearing and expires 30 days after notarization.
Who needs it
A Rochester property owner who wants another person to represent them in matters concerning a property before the Parking and Municipal Code Violations Bureau needs this affidavit.
How to get this notarized
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Download the Affidavit
Get the Sole Property / Sole Owner Affidavit from the City of Rochester.
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Fill In the Owner and Property Details
Enter your name, property addresses, contact information, and the name of your authorized representative.
- 3
Attach Supporting Documents
Attach state-issued identification and/or DBA documents showing your relationship to the property; EIN paperwork is not accepted.
- 4
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a remote notarization with a commissioned online notary before your scheduled hearing.
- 5
Sign on Video
Sign and swear to the affidavit before the notary during your online session.
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Submit to the City
Submit the notarized affidavit to the Parking and Municipal Code Violations Bureau within the form’s 30-day validity period.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Rochester. 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 use this affidavit?
- Identify the property and your representative, provide the requested details, and attach state-issued identification and/or DBA documents. Sign under oath before a notary, then submit the affidavit for your matter.
- Do I need to notarize this affidavit close to my hearing?
- Yes. The form says it must be notarized within 30 days before your scheduled hearing and expires 30 days from the notarization date.
- Can I sign this affidavit with a commissioned online notary?
- New York authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary under Executive Law §135-c, since 2023. You must sign and swear to the affidavit before the notary.
- What documents should I attach?
- The form requests state-issued identification and/or DBA documents showing your relationship to the property. It specifically says EIN paperwork is not sufficient and will not be accepted. Confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.