Burgaw, NC · Pender County
Owner Exemption Affidavit
This affidavit lets a property owner or authorized representative claim an exemption from general contractor licensure for construction or alteration and submit the sworn form to the city’s Inspections 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
Use this affidavit when claiming an exemption from general contractor licensure for a building constructed or altered on the identified property. The signer attests to ownership or authority to act for the property-owning firm, personal management of the work, and responsibilities related to inspections and workers’ compensation. The form also includes a certification about licensure status, intended use and occupancy. It says a copy will be sent to the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors for verification.
Who needs it
A property owner or authorized representative claiming the stated licensure exemption for a construction or alteration project should complete and submit this affidavit.
Why it needs a notary
The form has two sworn-and-subscribed jurat blocks; the affiant and owner/builder sign their respective statements before a notary public.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Affidavit
Get the Owner Exemption Affidavit from the City of Burgaw.
- 2
Complete the Statements
Enter the property and signer details, initial the applicable provisions, and complete the owner/builder certification.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a notarization appointment and check with the city about accepted notarization methods.
- 4
Sign Before the Notary
Sign the applicable sworn statements before the notary and complete the corresponding jurat blocks.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the completed affidavit to the City of Burgaw’s Inspections Department as directed.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Burgaw. 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 and notarize the owner exemption affidavit?
- Fill in the property and signer details, complete the applicable statements, then arrange notarization for the sworn sections. A commissioned online notary can explain the signing process; confirm submission details with the city.
- Do I need to sign the affidavit in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes two sworn-and-subscribed blocks, one for the affiant and one for the owner/builder, each with a notary signature area.
- Can I use remote online notarization for this North Carolina form?
- North Carolina’s enacted remote electronic notarization program has not launched. Emergency video notarization requires both the signer and notary to be inside North Carolina; it is not remote online notarization. Confirm acceptance with the city.
- Where do I submit the completed affidavit?
- The form identifies the Inspections Department and says a copy will be transmitted to the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors. Confirm with the city or town if unsure.