Clairton, PA · Allegheny County
Affidavit for House Being Sold As-Is
This affidavit is for a purchaser of a Clairton property the city has determined is unfit for occupancy, and it states the purchaser’s commitments to obtain permits and bring the property up to code.
- 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 purchaser swears that they will apply for and obtain building and occupancy permits, pay applicable fees, and bring the property up to code. The affidavit also states that the purchaser will not occupy the property until the required work is complete. It is for a house the City of Clairton has determined is unfit for occupancy.
Who needs it
A purchaser of a Clairton property determined by the city to be unfit for occupancy uses this affidavit to state plans for permits, repairs, and occupancy.
Why it needs a notary
The affidavit has a sworn statement ending with a jurat stating it was sworn to and subscribed before a notary; the purchaser signs before the notary.
How to get this notarized
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Download the Affidavit
Get the Affidavit for House Being Sold As-Is from the City of Clairton.
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Fill In the Affidavit
Enter the purchaser’s name and the Clairton property location; review the statements about permits, fees, repairs, and occupancy.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a session with a commissioned online notary before signing the affidavit.
- 4
Sign on Video
Show identification and sign the affidavit during the live video session when instructed by the notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
After notarization, submit the completed affidavit to the City of Clairton as directed.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Clairton. 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 as-is house sale affidavit?
- Complete the affidavit, then sign it before a commissioned online notary during a live video session. After notarization, submit the affidavit as directed by the City of Clairton.
- Do I need to sign this affidavit before a notary?
- Yes. The form says the statement is sworn to and subscribed before a notary public, so the purchaser should sign before the notary.
- What does the purchaser promise in the affidavit?
- The purchaser states they will apply for and obtain building and occupancy permits, pay fees, complete required work, bring the property up to code, and not occupy it beforehand.
- Can I use an online notary for this affidavit?
- Pennsylvania authorizes its notaries to perform remote online notarizations. Confirm with the city, borough or township if unsure whether it will accept a remotely notarized affidavit.