Mexia, TX · Limestone County

No notary required

Homeowners Affidavit

Homeowners use this affidavit to request permission to act as the contractor for permitted work at their homestead and accept related responsibilities.

What this form is

This affidavit lets a homeowner request to act as the contractor for work described on a permit application. It states that the owner resides at the property and claims it as a homestead, and outlines responsibilities for the work, subcontractors, code compliance, inspections, and possible re-inspection fees. The form asks for project and owner information, plus the homeowner’s signature and date.

Who needs it

A homeowner who resides at the property, claims it as a homestead, and wants to act as contractor for permitted work needs this affidavit.

How to submit it

The form lists the City of Mexia Building Department at 101 N McKinney, Mexia, Texas 76667. It also lists [email protected] and fax (254) 562-0828.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the homeowner signs and dates the affidavit, and it identifies no notarized or sworn attachment or related step.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download the Affidavit

    Download the Homeowners Affidavit PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete the Form

    Enter the project address, permit number, and owner information, then review the attestations.

  3. 3

    Sign and Date

    The homeowner signs and dates the affidavit.

  4. 4

    Submit to the City

    Send it to the City of Mexia Building Department using the address, email, or fax listed on the form.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Homeowners Affidavit?
No. The document has a homeowner signature and date line but no notary block. It identifies no notarized or sworn attachment or related step.
Who can use the Homeowners Affidavit?
A homeowner who resides in the property and claims it as a homestead can request to act as the contractor for work described on the permit application.
What responsibilities does the affidavit describe?
The homeowner attests to performing the permitted work, overseeing subcontractors, following city codes and ordinances, and ensuring required inspection approvals before use or occupancy.
How do I submit the Homeowners Affidavit?
The form lists the City of Mexia Building Department at 101 N McKinney, Mexia, Texas 76667, and provides [email protected] and fax (254) 562-0828.

Need something notarized?

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