Grafton, NY · Rensselaer County
Certificate of Residence
Rensselaer County residents, except City of Troy residents, use this certificate to document county residency for Hudson Valley Community College.
What this form is
This certificate is for Rensselaer County residents applying to Hudson Valley Community College, except residents of the City of Troy, who are directed to use a separate certificate. It asks for personal and address information, the applicant’s town or city, and months of residence. The certificate is valid only when signed by a town or city clerk and is submitted with a bill and payment.
Who needs it
Rensselaer County residents applying to Hudson Valley Community College, except City of Troy residents, need this certificate.
How to submit it
Have the certificate signed by your town or city clerk. Submit the validated certificate with your bill and payment to the Hudson Valley Community College Cashier’s Office.
About notarization
No notary is required; the applicant signs and dates the certificate, which also requires a town or city clerk’s signature.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Certificate
Download the Certificate of Residence for Rensselaer County residents.
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Complete The Certificate
Enter your personal and mailing information, select your town or city, and provide the requested residency details.
- 3
Get Clerk Validation
Have your town or city clerk sign the certificate; it is valid only with that signature.
- 4
Submit The Certificate
Send the validated certificate with your bill and payment to the Hudson Valley Community College Cashier’s Office.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Certificate of Residence?
- No. The applicant signs and dates the certificate, and a town or city clerk must sign it for validation.
- How do I submit the Certificate of Residence?
- Have a town or city clerk sign it, then submit the validated certificate with your bill and payment to the Hudson Valley Community College Cashier’s Office.
- Who can use this Certificate of Residence?
- It is for Rensselaer County residents applying to Hudson Valley Community College. City of Troy residents should use the certificate specified for City of Troy residents.