Bedford, OH · Cuyahoga County
Homeowner Affidavit
The Homeowner Affidavit is for Bedford property owners who are applying for a permit to perform work on their owner-occupied primary residence.
- 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
This affidavit lets a property owner affirm that the home is their primary residence, that they will live there for at least one year after the work is completed and final inspections are approved, and that they will perform the permitted work. The form covers the owner’s responsibility for meeting codes, inspections, and correcting deficiencies, and says to attach a complete description of the work separately. It is for work permit requests involving a residence that is not rented or leased.
Who needs it
A Bedford property owner requesting a permit to perform work on their owner-occupied primary residence, rather than a rented or leased residence, uses this affidavit.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Affidavit
Get the City of Bedford Homeowner Affidavit and review its owner-occupancy and permit-work statements.
- 2
Fill In the Form
Provide the homeowner name, property address, work type, and a separate complete description of the work.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary before signing the affidavit.
- 4
Sign on Video
Affirm the statements and sign the form in the notary’s presence during the video session.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the completed affidavit and work description with your Bedford permit request.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Bedford. 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 Bedford Homeowner Affidavit?
- Enter the homeowner and property details, select the work type, attach a complete work description, and sign before a notary. Submit the completed form with your permit request.
- Do I need to sign the affidavit in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form’s jurat says the owner affixes their signature in the notary’s presence, after affirming the statements as true to the best of their knowledge.
- Can I sign this affidavit with a commissioned online notary?
- Ohio authorizes online notarization by its own notaries under R.C. §§147.60–147.66. Book a commissioned online notary and sign during the video session; confirm with the city or village if unsure.
- What work can I list on the affidavit?
- The form lists building, electric, HVAC, and plumbing work. It also instructs you to attach a complete description of the work on a separate sheet.