Do I need a notary for the SHAPE-UP for Veterans application?

No. The application asks you to sign and date a certification, but does not require a notary or a sworn statement.

What documents should I include with the application?

The checklist requests photocopies such as proof of ownership, household income and assets, the most recent federal income tax form, homeowners insurance, mortgage information if applicable, and proof of military service.

What information does the application request?

It asks about property ownership, mortgage and insurance, household members, income, assets, and whether a child under six lives in or regularly visits the residence.

Elbridge, NY · Onondaga County

No notary required

SHAPE-UP for Veterans Application

Onondaga County homeowners use this application to request SHAPE-UP assistance for necessary home repairs and provide household, income, asset, and property information.

What this form is

This application requests assistance through Onondaga County Community Development’s SHAPE-UP for Veterans program, which provides grants for eligible home repairs. Applicants provide ownership, mortgage, insurance, occupant, income, and asset information, sign a certification, and include copies of documents listed on the accompanying checklist. The application says incomplete submissions will be returned.

Who needs it

Homeowners seeking SHAPE-UP for Veterans assistance should apply and provide the requested household information and supporting documents.

How to submit it

Complete the application and return it with photocopies of applicable checklist documents to Onondaga County Community Development, 421 Montgomery St., 11th Floor, Syracuse, NY 13202. Questions can be directed to (315) 435-3558.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the certification asks applicants to confirm their information is true and complete, but does not require a sworn statement.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the SHAPE-UP for Veterans application and its accompanying checklist.
2
Complete The Application
Fill in all spaces or write N/A, and provide the requested household, property, income, and asset information.
3
Gather Supporting Documents
Make photocopies of the applicable documents listed on the checklist, including proof of ownership, income, assets, insurance, and service.
4
Submit To The County
Return the application and applicable photocopies to Onondaga County Community Development at the address stated on the form.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the SHAPE-UP for Veterans application?: No. The application asks you to sign and date a certification, but does not require a notary or a sworn statement.
How do I submit the SHAPE-UP for Veterans application?: Return the completed application and photocopies of applicable checklist documents to Onondaga County Community Development at 421 Montgomery St., 11th Floor, Syracuse, NY 13202.
What documents should I include with the application?: The checklist requests photocopies such as proof of ownership, household income and assets, the most recent federal income tax form, homeowners insurance, mortgage information if applicable, and proof of military service.
What information does the application request?: It asks about property ownership, mortgage and insurance, household members, income, assets, and whether a child under six lives in or regularly visits the residence.

Need something notarized?

This SHAPE-UP for Veterans Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Elbridge form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.