Mount Penn, PA · Berks County
Renovation First Exemption Affidavit
This affidavit lets a Mount Penn property owner attest that renovation or construction leaves the property unoccupied and that no tenancy will begin during the 90-day exemption period.
- 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
Mount Penn property owners use this affidavit to request an exemption while a property is under construction or renovation and has no occupants. The owner affirms that no current tenancy exists, the property will not be advertised for tenancy during the exemption period, and they plan to use it as a rental afterward. The form states the exemption lasts 90 days from execution and reminds owners to maintain the property and obtain required permits.
Who needs it
A Mount Penn property owner seeking the renovation or construction exemption for an unoccupied property who plans to use it as a rental afterward needs this affidavit.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Affidavit
Get the Renovation First Exemption Affidavit from the Borough of Mount Penn.
- 2
Fill In The Form
Enter your legal name, residence address, property address, and the requested exemption details.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary to complete the form’s sworn jurat.
- 4
Sign On Video
Sign and swear to the affidavit during the online notarization session.
- 5
Submit To The Borough
Send the completed affidavit to the Borough of Mount Penn.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Mount Penn. 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 Renovation First Exemption Affidavit online?
- Complete the owner and property details, then book a session with a commissioned online notary. Sign and swear to the affidavit during the video session, and submit the completed form to the borough.
- Do I need to sign this affidavit in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes a “Signed and sworn to before me” jurat, so the property owner must sign and swear to the affidavit before a notary.
- How long does the exemption last?
- The form says the exemption applies for 90 days from the execution date. It also says the owner plans to use the property as a rental after the exemption period ends.
- Can I use online notarization for this borough form?
- Pennsylvania authorizes its own notaries to perform remote online notarizations under 57 Pa.C.S. §306.1. Check with the borough about its submission requirements; confirm with the city, borough or township if unsure.