Elmsford, NY · Westchester County
Residential Solar Permit Application Package
This package applies for Village of Elmsford permits to install residential solar panels and is filed with the Building Department by a homeowner or authorized applicant.
- 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 five-page package includes the solar permit application, project instructions and checklist, fee information, and a proxy statement. Elmsford asks applicants to submit plans, photos, roof-load calculations, insurance and license documents, and other required materials; incomplete applications are returned without review. A homeowner must complete the proxy statement when someone other than the homeowner signs the application, and the application says the system cannot operate until a Certificate of Completion is issued.
Who needs it
Homeowners or authorized applicants seeking Village of Elmsford permits for residential solar installation must submit this package with the listed supporting documents.
Why it needs a notary
The application authorization has a sworn statement and jurat for the owner or authorized representative; the proxy statement has a separate jurat for the homeowner when required.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Package
Get the Residential Solar Permit Application Package from the Village of Elmsford.
- 2
Complete the Application
Fill in the project and applicant details, and complete the proxy statement if someone other than the homeowner signs.
- 3
Gather Supporting Documents
Use the checklist to assemble plans, photos, calculations, licenses, insurance documents, inspection form, and fees.
- 4
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary for the applicable sworn statement.
- 5
Sign on Video
Sign the required statement during the online notarization session.
- 6
Submit to the Village
Send the completed package and supporting materials to the Elmsford Building Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Elmsford. 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 get the solar permit application notarized?
- Complete the relevant application or proxy sections, then sign the sworn statement during a video session with a commissioned online notary. Include the notarized pages with your package.
- Do I need to complete the proxy statement?
- The form says a proxy is required when anyone other than the homeowner signs the application. The homeowner’s proxy statement includes a sworn statement and notary section.
- Can I sign this form with an online notary?
- New York authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary. Ask the Building Department if you have questions about submitting a remotely notarized application.
- What documents go with the application?
- The checklist includes plans, street-level house photos, engineer-certified roof-load calculations, insurance and license documents, an inspection form, and fees. Confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.