Niagara Falls, NY · Niagara County
Property Damage Notice of Claim
This two-page form lets an individual report property damage or loss totaling no more than $15,000 and submit a claim to the City of Niagara Falls.
- 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
Use this form to describe the loss, identify the claimant and property owner, provide damage and insurance details, and attach supporting materials such as two itemized estimates and photos. The City form is for individuals claiming property damage or loss totaling no more than $15,000. It says to serve the completed notice by personal delivery or registered or certified mail, and recommends serving a fully completed, notarized copy on the City Clerk.
Who needs it
An individual seeking compensation from the City of Niagara Falls for property damage or loss totaling no more than $15,000 may use this form.
Why it needs a notary
The form has a sworn-to-before-me jurat, and the claimant signs the declaration under penalties of perjury before a notary public or commissioner of deeds.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Form
Get the City of Niagara Falls Notice of Claim form for individual property damage or loss claims up to $15,000.
- 2
Fill In Claim Details
Complete the claimant, loss, damage, and insurance sections, and gather the requested estimates, photos, and receipts.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange a remote appointment with a commissioned online notary for the form’s sworn jurat.
- 4
Sign On Video
Sign the claimant declaration before the notary during your online session.
- 5
Submit To The City
Serve the completed notice by personal delivery or registered or certified mail, following the form’s instructions.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Niagara Falls. 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 serve this Notice of Claim?
- The form says to serve it by personal delivery or registered or certified mail. It recommends serving the City Clerk with a completed, notarized Notice of Claim.
- Do I need to attach estimates or photos?
- The form requires two estimates itemizing the damage and asks for available photos. If repairs are complete, attach a copy of the paid receipt.
- Can I sign this form with a commissioned online notary?
- New York authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary under Executive Law §135-c. The claimant must sign the jurat under oath during the notarization.
- What if I am unsure how to submit the form?
- The form lists personal delivery or registered or certified mail and recommends serving the City Clerk. Confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.