Prosper, TX · Collin County
Homestead Homeowner's Affidavit
Homeowners use this affidavit to certify that they will perform specified work themselves on their owner-occupied home under a permit.
What this form is
This affidavit lets a homeowner certify that they own and occupy the property and will personally perform the work selected for the permit, such as general, mechanical, electrical, or plumbing work. The form requests property and permit details, homeowner contact information, initials, and a signature. For acceptance, the homeowner must provide a copy of a Texas driver's license showing the address and proof of a homestead exemption from the appropriate county.
Who needs it
A homeowner seeking a permit for work they will perform themselves on their owner-occupied home needs to complete this affidavit.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the homeowner must provide a copy of a Texas driver's license showing the address and proof of homestead exemption.
How to submit this form
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Download The Affidavit
Download the Homestead Homeowner's Affidavit.
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Complete The Form
Enter the property, permit, and homeowner contact details; initial the applicable work statements and sign.
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Gather Required Documents
Provide a copy of a Texas driver's license showing the address and proof of homestead exemption from the appropriate county.
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Submit To The City
Submit the affidavit to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Homestead Homeowner's Affidavit?
- No. The document has no notary block. It requires the homeowner's signature, a copy of a Texas driver's license showing the property address, and proof of homestead exemption.
- Who uses the Homestead Homeowner's Affidavit?
- A homeowner uses it to certify they own and occupy the property and will personally perform the work selected on the form under the listed permit.
- What attachments are required with the affidavit?
- The form says the homeowner must provide a copy of a Texas driver's license reflecting the address and proof of homestead exemption from the appropriate county.
- How do I submit the Homestead Homeowner's Affidavit?
- The form does not specify how to submit the affidavit. Submit it to the city department named on the form and check the city website for current contact details.
Need something notarized?
This Homestead Homeowner's Affidavit doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.