Raleigh, NC · Wake County
Owner’s Affidavit
This affidavit identifies property owners and authorizes a representative or agent to submit a Short-Term Rental zoning permit request to the City of Raleigh.
- 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 affidavit names the property, its legal owners, and the representative or agent authorized to submit a Short-Term Rental zoning permit request for that property. The owners swear or affirm that the statements are true and sign the form before a notary. Use it when submitting the stated permit request to the City of Raleigh; the form does not specify further submission conditions.
Who needs it
Property owners seeking a Short-Term Rental zoning permit in Raleigh use this form to authorize a representative or agent to submit the request.
Why it needs a notary
The notary block records personal appearance, acknowledgment, and an oath; each listed property owner signs and swears or affirms the statements before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Affidavit
Get the City of Raleigh Owner’s Affidavit and review the property and authorization sections.
- 2
Fill In the Form
Add the property address and PIN, representative or agent details, and each owner’s printed name.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a session with a commissioned online notary and check with the City of Raleigh about acceptance before signing.
- 4
Sign Before the Notary
Each listed owner signs and swears or affirms the statements during the notarial session.
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Submit to the City
Have the representative or agent submit the completed affidavit with the Short-Term Rental zoning permit request.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Raleigh. 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 the Raleigh Owner’s Affidavit?
- Enter the property address and PIN, name the authorized representative and organization, and provide each owner’s printed name and signature. Owners must swear or affirm the statements before a notary.
- Do I need to notarize this owner affidavit?
- Yes. The form directs the property owners to appear before a notary, acknowledge signing, and swear or affirm that the statements are true.
- Can I sign this form with a commissioned online notary?
- North Carolina has enacted a remote electronic notarization law, but its program has not launched. North Carolina emergency video notarization requires both the signer and notary to be inside North Carolina and is not remote online notarization. Confirm acceptance with the City before booking.
- Where do I submit the completed affidavit?
- The form authorizes a representative or agent to submit a Short-Term Rental zoning permit request to the City of Raleigh. It does not give additional submission instructions; confirm with the city or town if unsure.