Carrollton, TX · Dallas County

No notary required

Homeowner's Homestead Affidavit

Homeowners use this affidavit to certify that their residence is their homestead and that they will complete the proposed work on an accompanying permit application.

What this form is

This affidavit records the homeowner’s residence, confirms it is their homestead, and states that they will do the proposed work listed on the accompanying permit application. The form notes that it is intended only for residential additions and remodels. It asks for the homeowner’s name, address, driver’s license, signature, and date.

Who needs it

A homeowner applying for a residential addition or remodel permit who will perform the proposed work needs to complete this affidavit.

How to submit it

Submit it with the accompanying permit application to Building Inspection at 1945 East Jackson Road, Carrollton, TX 75006, or email [email protected].

About notarization

This document has no notary block; the homeowner signs and dates it, then submits it with the accompanying permit application.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download the Affidavit

    Download the Homeowner's Homestead Affidavit.

  2. 2

    Complete the Affidavit

    Enter the residence address and proposed work, then provide the homeowner's printed name and driver’s license.

  3. 3

    Sign and Date

    Sign and date the affidavit.

  4. 4

    Submit With the Permit Application

    Send the affidavit with the accompanying permit application to Building Inspection by mail or email.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Homeowner's Homestead Affidavit for?
It lets the homeowner state that the residence is their homestead and that they will do the proposed work on the accompanying permit application.
Who should complete this affidavit?
The form is intended for homeowners doing the proposed work for residential additions and remodels.
Do I need a notary for the Homeowner's Homestead Affidavit?
No. The document has no notary block; the homeowner signs and dates it. Submit it with the accompanying permit application.
How do I submit the affidavit?
Submit it with the accompanying permit application to Building Inspection at 1945 East Jackson Road, Carrollton, TX 75006, or email [email protected].

Need something notarized?

This Homeowner's Homestead Affidavit doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.