Chester, PA · Delaware County
Homeowner Exemption Form
This affidavit is for property owners seeking a homeowner exemption who certify they will perform building, alteration, repair, or improvement work on their own residence.
- 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 form identifies the property and homeowner, then records the homeowner’s statements about ownership, performing work on their own residence, and accepting responsibility for code, zoning, and inspection compliance. A homeowner seeking this exemption completes the affidavit and acknowledgment, including the required signature and identification details. The form also describes conditions related to helpers or subcontractors and the property remaining the homeowner’s residence.
Who needs it
A property owner seeking the homeowner exemption for work on their residence completes this form and certifies the statements in its affidavit.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes a Notary Acknowledgment block; the homeowner signs and swears or affirms the affidavit’s statements before the notary.
How to get this notarized
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Download the Form
Get the Homeowner Exemption Form from the City of Chester.
- 2
Fill In the Form
Complete the property and homeowner information, review the affidavit statements, and provide the requested identification details.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange an appointment with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Appear by video and sign and swear or affirm the affidavit before the notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the completed, notarized form to the city as directed.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Chester. 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 exemption form?
- Enter the property and homeowner information, review each affidavit statement, and complete the signature and identification fields. Sign and swear or affirm before a commissioned online notary, then submit the form as directed by the city.
- Do I need to sign this form in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form has a Notary Acknowledgment block and says the homeowner must swear or affirm the truth of the affidavit’s statements before the notary.
- Can I notarize the form online?
- Pennsylvania authorizes remote online notarization by its notaries under 57 Pa.C.S. §306.1. Confirm with the city, borough or township if unsure that it will accept an online-notarized copy.
- What does the homeowner certify in the affidavit?
- The homeowner certifies ownership and an intention to perform work on their own residence, among other statements. The affidavit also addresses responsibility for compliance and conditions on using the exemption.