Belle Terre, NY · Suffolk County
Building Permit Application Affidavit
This affidavit page is part of Belle Terre’s building permit application, filed by an owner or authorized representative seeking approval for proposed work on village property.
- 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
This page is the affidavit portion of Belle Terre’s building permit application. It records the applicant’s sworn statement that the application, plans and specifications accurately describe proposed work and that applicable building and zoning requirements will be followed. The form says the permit application must be approved and the permit issued before work begins; submit this signed page with the application materials to the Village for review.
Who needs it
Owners or their agents, architects, or contractors seeking a Belle Terre building permit for proposed construction, additions, alterations, demolition, or mechanical-facility installation need this affidavit.
Why it needs a notary
The affidavit carries a state-jurat block; the applicant signing as owner, owner’s agent, architect, or contractor swears to the statements before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Form
Get the building permit application from the Village of Belle Terre and locate the affidavit page.
- 2
Fill In The Application
Complete the applicant and project details, and prepare the plans and specifications for the proposed work.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a video appointment with a commissioned online notary. Do not sign the affidavit beforehand.
- 4
Take The Oath And Sign
Show identification, swear to the affidavit’s statements, and sign as directed during the video appointment.
- 5
Submit To The Village
Send the notarized page with the application materials to the Village of Belle Terre for review.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Belle Terre. 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 notarize the building permit affidavit online?
- Complete the application, but wait to sign the affidavit until your video appointment. A commissioned online notary will witness your oath and notarize the jurat; then submit the signed page with your application.
- Do I need to sign the affidavit in front of a notary?
- Yes. The page includes an affidavit stating that the application information is true and a jurat indicating it was sworn before a notary. The signer should take the oath and sign during the notarization.
- Can I use a commissioned online notary for this form?
- New York has authorized its own notaries to perform remote online notarizations under Executive Law §135-c since 2023. Check Belle Terre’s submission requirements before using a remotely notarized affidavit.
- What happens after the affidavit is notarized?
- Submit the notarized page with the building permit application and its supporting plans and specifications to the Village for review. The form states that approval and permit issuance are required before work begins; confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.