Santa Fe, TX · Galveston County
Property Owner To Act As General Contractor Affidavit
This one-page affidavit lets a Santa Fe property owner and occupant request an exemption from contractor registration requirements to oversee work on their homestead.
- 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 affidavit states that the property owner and occupant will act as the general contractor, oversee subcontractors, and accept responsibility for the work and compliance with city codes. The City requires the owner to submit it in person to the City Building Official or designee, with identification and proof of homestead exemption, as part of the permit process.
Who needs it
A property owner and occupant seeking to act as general contractor for work on their Santa Fe homestead must complete and submit this affidavit.
How to get this notarized
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Download The Affidavit
Download the Property Owner To Act As General Contractor Affidavit from the City of Santa Fe.
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Complete The Affidavit
Fill in the property owner, property, and permit details, and review the responsibilities and conditions.
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Sign On Video
Sign and swear to the affidavit during the online notarization session.
- 5
Submit To The City
Submit the notarized affidavit in person with identification and homestead exemption proof to the City Building Official or designee.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Santa Fe. 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 and submit this affidavit?
- Complete the owner and permit information, sign and swear to the affidavit before a commissioned online notary, then submit it in person with identification and homestead exemption proof to the City Building Official or designee.
- Do I need to submit the affidavit in person?
- Yes. The form says the property owner must submit it in person to the City Building Official or designee, along with proof of identification and homestead exemption.
- Can I notarize this affidavit online?
- Yes. Texas has authorized remote online notarization since 2018 under Government Code Chapter 406, Subchapter C. The affidavit still must be submitted in person to the City Building Official or designee.
- What proof of homestead exemption can I provide?
- The form says proof may include a Galveston County Appraisal District website printout showing the property owner's name, property address, and homestead exemption.
- Can I submit the affidavit online instead?
- The form specifies in-person delivery to the City Building Official or designee. Contact the city about submission options if unsure.