Lancaster, OH · Fairfield County
Homeowner Permit Affidavit
This affidavit is for a single-family homeowner applying to perform structural, electrical, HVAC, or plumbing work on their own residence in Lancaster.
- 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 identifies the homeowner, the residence, and the type of work they plan to perform. It records the homeowner’s agreement to follow the listed stipulations, including obtaining required permits and inspections and notifying the Building Department if they hire a contractor. Lancaster’s Building Department uses the affidavit with a homeowner’s permit application. The form warns that falsification of a public document violates the cited Ohio statute.
Who needs it
A homeowner applying to perform structural, electrical, HVAC, or plumbing work on their own single-family residence in Lancaster should complete this affidavit.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Affidavit
Get the Homeowner Permit Affidavit from the City of Lancaster Building Department.
- 2
Fill Out the Form
Enter the homeowner and property details, select the work type, and review the listed stipulations.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a session with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign and swear to the affidavit during the notary’s video session.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the notarized affidavit to the Lancaster Building Department with your permit application.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Lancaster. 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 notarize the homeowner permit affidavit online?
- Complete the form, then book a commissioned online notary. Sign and swear to the affidavit during the video session, and submit the notarized form to Lancaster’s Building Department.
- Do I need to sign the affidavit in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form ends with a sworn-to-before-me jurat and a notary seal block. Sign and swear to the affidavit in the notary’s presence.
- Can I use an online notary for this Lancaster form?
- Ohio authorizes online notarization by its notaries under R.C. §§147.60–147.66. You can use a commissioned online notary; confirm with the city or village if unsure.
- What work does the affidavit cover?
- The form lets a homeowner identify structural, electrical, HVAC, or plumbing work they plan to perform at their single-family residence.