Sanford, NC · Lee County
Permit Authorization for Bona Fide Employees
This form lets a contracting licensee authorize a bona fide employee to obtain permits under the licensee’s license when the licensee cannot personally appear at the Sanford or Lee County Inspection Department.
- 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 City of Sanford and Lee County Inspection Departments require a contracting licensee to appear in person to submit and pay for permits. When that is not feasible, the licensee completes and notarizes this form to authorize bona fide employees to obtain permits under the license number. The form also requests an updated license copy, lists the employees, and must be renewed every two years.
Who needs it
A contracting licensee who cannot personally visit the Sanford or Lee County Inspection Department and wants a bona fide employee to obtain permits under the license needs this form.
Why it needs a notary
The form contains an acknowledgment block; the contracting licensee (qualifier) signs and personally appears before the notary to acknowledge execution.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Form
Download the Permit Authorization for Bona Fide Employees form from the City of Sanford.
- 2
Complete The Form
Enter the license, contractor, business, and employee information, and attach a copy of the updated license.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange an appointment with a commissioned online notary, and check with the Inspection Department if you are unsure whether it will accept the notarization.
- 4
Sign Before The Notary
The contracting licensee signs and acknowledges the form before the notary.
- 5
Submit To The Inspection Department
Return the notarized form and updated license copy to the appropriate City of Sanford or Lee County Inspection Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Sanford. 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 this permit authorization notarized?
- Complete the form, attach a copy of your updated license, and sign before a notary. Check with the Inspection Department about submission details.
- Do I need to attach a copy of my contractor license?
- Yes. The form instructs the licensee to attach a copy of the updated license to the application.
- Can I use an online notary for this form?
- North Carolina’s remote electronic notarization program has not launched. Emergency video notarization is different and requires both signer and notary to be in North Carolina; confirm acceptance with the city.
- How often must this authorization be renewed?
- The form states that the authorization must be renewed every two years. confirm with the city or town if unsure.