Kingston, NY · Ulster County
Permit Letter of Authorization
This letter lets a property owner appoint an agent to obtain a City of Kingston building, electric, or plumbing permit and handle related questions and documents.
- 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 Permit Letter of Authorization lets a property owner name an agent to act for them in obtaining a building, electric, or plumbing permit for the property. It allows the agent to answer questions and sign documents on the owner’s behalf, while the owner accepts responsibility for zoning and building code compliance. The city form is for owners who want an agent to handle these permit matters.
Who needs it
A property owner who wants an agent to obtain a Kingston building, electric, or plumbing permit and handle related questions and paperwork needs this letter.
Why it needs a notary
The form has a sworn-and-subscribed jurat; the property owner signs and swears to the authorization before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Permit Letter of Authorization from the City of Kingston.
- 2
Fill In the Details
Enter the owner’s name, agent’s name, and property address.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign and swear to the authorization during the notary video session.
- 5
Submit to the City
Provide the notarized letter to the City of Kingston for the agent’s permit matters.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Kingston. 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 this permit authorization?
- Enter the owner’s and agent’s names and the property address, then sign and swear to the letter before a notary. The agent can use it to handle the permit matters described in the form.
- Do I need to sign this letter in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes a sworn-and-subscribed jurat, so the owner must sign and swear to the authorization before a notary.
- Can I notarize the letter online?
- New York authorizes remote online notarization by its notaries under Executive Law §135-c, effective since 2023. You can sign during a video session with a commissioned online notary.
- Where do I submit the completed letter?
- The letter authorizes an agent to obtain a building, electric, or plumbing permit from the City of Kingston. Confirm the city’s submission process with the city, town or village if unsure.