Chester, NY · Orange County
Affidavit of Final Cost of Construction
This affidavit reports the actual final cost of construction and supports an application for a Certificate of Occupancy submitted by the building permit applicant or their agent.
- 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 Town of Chester form compares the estimated construction cost stated in the building permit application with the actual final cost, excluding the cost of land. The applicant or agent also states that the structure follows the approved plans and applicable law, and identifies their role in supervising the work. The form is used when applying for a Certificate of Occupancy for the structure.
Who needs it
The building permit applicant or their agent completes this affidavit when applying for a Certificate of Occupancy for the structure.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Town of Chester Affidavit of Final Cost of Construction.
- 2
Fill In the Form
Add the project and permit details, estimated and actual final costs, and the required applicant statements.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Appear for the online notarization and sign and swear to the affidavit before the notary.
- 5
Submit to the Town
Submit the completed affidavit with your Certificate of Occupancy application to the Town of Chester.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Chester. 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 complete the final cost affidavit?
- Enter the estimated and actual final construction costs, complete the applicant and project details, and make the statements requested on the form. Sign and swear to it before the notary.
- Do I need to sign this affidavit before a notary?
- Yes. The form includes a sworn jurat, so the applicant or agent must sign and swear to the affidavit before a notary.
- Can I use a commissioned online notary?
- New York authorizes its notaries to perform remote online notarizations under Executive Law §135-c, effective in 2023. Ask the Town whether it accepts this notarized form online.
- What if I am unsure whether the Town requires this form?
- The form is an application for a Certificate of Occupancy and reports final construction costs. Contact the Building Department; confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.
Affidavit of Final Cost of Construction in other New York cities
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