New York City, NY · New York County
Affidavit of Ownership
This affidavit identifies the property owner and states that the owner will personally repair the sidewalk; the owner submits it to the New York City Department of Transportation for permit-by-mail processing.
- 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 identifies the owner and premises, states that the owner will personally perform sidewalk repairs, and confirms awareness that insurance policies must be filed with the Department of Transportation if someone else performs the work. The form directs the owner to mail it to the Department’s Permit Management & Construction Control Permit by Mail address. It provides a notarial section for the owner’s signature and statement.
Who needs it
A property owner completing this form for New York City Department of Transportation sidewalk repair permit-by-mail processing needs to sign it.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes a sworn statement and a notarial acknowledgment block; the property owner signs and acknowledges the instrument before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Affidavit of Ownership from the NYC Department of Transportation.
- 2
Fill Out the Form
Print it and clearly enter your name, premises and borough.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign and acknowledge the affidavit during your remote notary session.
- 5
Mail It to NYC DOT
Send the completed form to the Permit by Mail address printed on the form.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from New York City. 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 submit this affidavit?
- Print and complete the form, then mail it to the NYC DOT Permit Management & Construction Control Permit by Mail address shown on the form.
- Do I need to sign the affidavit before a notary?
- Yes. The form has a notarial acknowledgment block. Sign and acknowledge the instrument before the notary.
- Can I use a remote online notary?
- New York authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary. Arrange the notarization before submitting the completed form.
- What if I am unsure whether this form applies to my project?
- The form addresses owners who will personally perform sidewalk repairs and notes insurance filing when another person does the work. Confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.
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