Columbus, OH · Franklin County
Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Permit Homeowner’s Affidavit
This affidavit lets an occupying homeowner of a single-family residence apply for Columbus mechanical, electrical, or plumbing permits and certify who will perform the work.
- 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
Columbus uses this affidavit when an occupying homeowner applies for mechanical, electrical, or plumbing permits for work at a single-family residence. The homeowner identifies the work and the individuals who will perform it, confirms the home will be their residence, and accepts responsibility for code compliance. The form says the homeowner must attach the permit applications and that separate permits are required for each checked work category.
Who needs it
An occupying homeowner applying for mechanical, electrical, or plumbing permits for a Columbus single-family residence should complete this affidavit and attach the permit applications.
Why it needs a notary
The form has a sworn jurat stating it was sworn to and signed in the notary’s presence; the homeowner signs before a notary or Building & Zoning Services official.
How to get this notarized
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Download the Affidavit
Get the Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Permit Homeowner’s Affidavit from the City of Columbus.
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Complete the Form
Provide the homeowner and property information, list the individuals performing the work, and attach the permit applications.
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Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary before signing the affidavit.
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Submit to the City
Submit the notarized affidavit with the permit applications to the City of Columbus.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Columbus. 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 homeowner affidavit?
- Enter the homeowner and property details, identify who will perform each type of work, review the commitments, and attach the permit applications. Sign the affidavit in front of a notary or Building & Zoning Services official.
- Do I need to sign this affidavit in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form says it must be sworn to and signed in the notary’s presence, and provides a notary seal area and commission expiration field. A commissioned online notary can conduct the notarization remotely.
- Can I use an online notary for this Columbus form?
- Ohio authorizes online notarization by its commissioned notaries. Ask the city whether it will accept your remotely notarized affidavit and how to submit it; confirm with the city or village if unsure.
- Who may apply for these permits with this affidavit?
- The form is for an occupying homeowner of a single-family residence who lives in or will move into the home and will use it only as their home. It also requires the homeowner to identify who will perform the work.