Fairview, TX · Collin County
Non-Engineered Design Affidavit
A notarized affidavit certifying that non-engineered foundation plans submitted with a Fairview building permit meet code, with the owner holding the town harmless.
- 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
Owners or authorized agents building without a licensed engineer's foundation design must certify, before a notary, that the plans comply with ACI 318 and the International Residential Code chapter 4. The affidavit also holds the Town of Fairview harmless if the non-engineered design later fails.
Who needs it
Property owners or authorized agents submitting non-engineered foundation plans with a Fairview building permit application.
Why it needs a notary
The affidavit ends with a Texas/Collin County acknowledgment block completed before a notary public.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Non-Engineered Design Affidavit from the Town of Fairview forms page.
- 2
Fill It Out
Enter the lot, block, subdivision, and property address.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session.
- 4
Sign on Video
Verify your ID and sign the acknowledgment before the notary.
- 5
Submit to the Town
Include the notarized affidavit with your building permit application.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Fairview. 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
- Do I need this form notarized?
- Yes — the affidavit ends with a Texas acknowledgment block that must be completed before a notary public.
- How do I get this affidavit notarized online?
- Upload the completed affidavit, verify your ID, and sign live on video with a commissioned online notary.
- Who signs the non-engineered design affidavit?
- The property owner or authorized agent certifying the foundation plans and accepting hold-harmless terms.
- Can an online notary handle this Fairview form?
- Texas recognizes remote online notarization for acknowledgments like this one, but check with the town if unsure about local requirements.