Fruit Heights, UT · Davis County
Internal ADU Owner Occupancy Affidavit
This affidavit records an owner’s occupancy and use commitments for a proposed or existing Internal Accessory Dwelling Unit, and is filed by every property owner of record.
- 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
Fruit Heights requires this affidavit from property owners applying to construct or use part of a single-family home as an Internal ADU. It states that the unit will be rented long-term and that an owner with at least a 50% interest will occupy the primary home or ADU for six months each year, unless a temporary owner absence waiver is granted. The affidavit is to be recorded against the property and includes commitments that bind future owners and successors.
Who needs it
Every owner of record must sign if applying for approval to construct or use part of a single-family home as an Internal ADU in Fruit Heights.
Why it needs a notary
The form has two property owner acknowledgment blocks; each property owner of record signs before a notary and acknowledges signing the instrument.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Internal ADU Owner Occupancy Affidavit from the Fruit Heights City website.
- 2
Complete the Affidavit
Enter the property information and have every owner of record review the occupancy and use commitments.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a remote session with a commissioned online notary for each owner who must sign.
- 4
Sign on Video
Each owner signs and acknowledges the instrument before the notary during the online session.
- 5
Submit for Recording
Return the completed affidavit to the Fruit Heights City Recorder as directed on the form.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Fruit Heights. 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 get the Internal ADU affidavit notarized online?
- Complete the affidavit, then book a session with a commissioned online notary. Each property owner signs and acknowledges the instrument during the video session before you submit it for recording.
- Do I need every property owner to sign?
- Yes. The form says any person or entity listed as an owner of record must sign. It includes separate acknowledgment blocks for property owners.
- Can I use remote online notarization for this affidavit?
- Utah permits its notaries to perform remote notarizations when they hold the required remote notary certification and follow the applicable procedures. Confirm with the city or county recorder if unsure.
- Where do I send the completed affidavit?
- The form says to return it to the Fruit Heights City Recorder at 910 S Mountain Rd, Fruit Heights City, Utah 84037, when recorded.