Who uses the Work by Homeowner application?

An Aurora property owner uses it to identify work they intend to perform as the contractor or subcontractor for a building permit.

What information does the application ask for?

It asks for the date, property address, work type, owner's name, signature, and date. The owner also agrees to comply with applicable city ordinances and Ohio laws.

Do I need a notary for the Work by Homeowner application?

No. This application is signed without a notary; the owner just signs and dates it.

Aurora, OH · Portage County

No notary required

Work by Homeowner Building Permit Application

Aurora property owners use this application to identify work they plan to perform as the contractor or subcontractor for a building permit.

What this form is

This application lets an Aurora property owner state that they intend to act as the contractor or subcontractor for work at their property. It requests the date, property address, type of work, owner's name, signature, and date. The owner agrees to comply with applicable city ordinances and Ohio laws; the document says this agreement is a condition of the permit.

Who needs it

An Aurora property owner who intends to act as the contractor or subcontractor for work listed on the application should complete it.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the owner just signs and dates the application.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Application
Download the Work by Homeowner Building Permit Application PDF.
2
Complete the Application
Enter the date, property address, work type, and owner's name, then sign and date the form.
3
Check for Attachments
The application does not list any attachments; check with the city if you have questions about supporting documents.
4
Submit to the City
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

Who uses the Work by Homeowner application?: An Aurora property owner uses it to identify work they intend to perform as the contractor or subcontractor for a building permit.
What information does the application ask for?: It asks for the date, property address, work type, owner's name, signature, and date. The owner also agrees to comply with applicable city ordinances and Ohio laws.
Do I need a notary for the Work by Homeowner application?: No. This application is signed without a notary; the owner just signs and dates it.
How do I submit the Work by Homeowner application?: Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

This Work by Homeowner Building Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Aurora form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.