Foster, RI · Providence County
Major Subdivision Owner Authorization
This form identifies the property owner and, when the applicant is someone else, authorizes that person to submit a subdivision application to Foster’s Administrative Officer for Planning Board review and decision.
- 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
Subdivision applicants use this form to identify the property owner by assessor’s plat and lot numbers. If the owner is also the applicant, the form directs the owner to complete section (1); if someone else is applying, the owner completes sections (1) and (2) to authorize that person to submit the application to Foster’s Administrative Officer for Planning Board review and decision.
Who needs it
A property owner applying for subdivision, or an applicant who is not the owner and needs the owner’s authorization to submit the application.
Why it needs a notary
The form has an acknowledgment block for the owner, who personally appears before the notary and acknowledges executing the instrument as an individual or other listed capacity.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Form
Download the Major Subdivision Owner Authorization from the Town of Foster.
- 2
Complete The Applicable Sections
Enter the owner and assessor’s plat and lot information. Complete section (2) if the applicant is not the property owner.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange a remote notarization with a commissioned online notary, and check that Foster accepts an online notarization for this form.
- 4
Sign During The Video Session
Personally appear before the notary and acknowledge executing the instrument; follow the notary’s instructions for signing.
- 5
Submit The Form To The Town
Submit the completed authorization with the subdivision application to the Town of Foster as directed.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Foster. 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 Major Subdivision Owner Authorization?
- Enter the assessor’s plat and lot information. The owner completes section (1); if the applicant is someone else, the owner also completes section (2) to authorize that person.
- Do I need to sign this form in front of a notary?
- The form includes an acknowledgment for the property owner, who must personally appear before a notary and acknowledge executing the instrument.
- Can I use an online notary for this form?
- Rhode Island law allows a commissioned online notary to perform remote notarizations. Check that the Town of Foster accepts a remotely notarized acknowledgment for this application; confirm with the city or town clerk if unsure.
- Who completes section (2)?
- The property owner completes section (2) when the subdivision applicant is someone other than the owner, authorizing that applicant to submit the application.