What is the Owner Affidavit in Lieu of Contractor Registration?

It is an affidavit for a property owner who plans to do all the work under a building permit themselves instead of using a registered contractor.

Who needs to complete this affidavit?

The property owner doing all the work under the permit completes it. An authorized agent must include written permission from the property owner.

Do I need a notary for the Owner Affidavit in Lieu of Contractor Registration?

No. The owner signs and dates the form; an authorized agent must include written permission from the property owner.

Othello, WA · Adams County

No notary required

Owner Affidavit in Lieu of Contractor Registration

Property owners use this affidavit when they plan to act as their own contractor and do all the work under a building permit.

What this form is

The City of Othello requires this affidavit when a property owner plans to do all the work under a building permit instead of using a registered contractor. It asks for the owner’s name, property address, signature, and date, and includes statements about contractor registration and who will perform the work. An authorized agent must include written permission from the property owner.

Who needs it

A property owner planning to do all the work under a building permit, or an authorized agent acting for that owner, needs this form.

How to submit it

Submit the form to the City of Othello Building & Planning Department at 500 E Main Street, Othello, WA 99344.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the owner signs and dates it, and an authorized agent must include written permission from the property owner.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Form
Download the Owner Affidavit in Lieu of Contractor Registration.
2
Complete The Form
Enter the owner’s name and property address, then sign and date the affidavit.
3
Gather Required Permission
If you are an authorized agent, include written permission from the property owner.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the form to the City of Othello Building & Planning Department at 500 E Main Street, Othello, WA 99344.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Owner Affidavit in Lieu of Contractor Registration?: It is an affidavit for a property owner who plans to do all the work under a building permit themselves instead of using a registered contractor.
Who needs to complete this affidavit?: The property owner doing all the work under the permit completes it. An authorized agent must include written permission from the property owner.
Do I need a notary for the Owner Affidavit in Lieu of Contractor Registration?: No. The owner signs and dates the form; an authorized agent must include written permission from the property owner.
How do I submit the Owner Affidavit in Lieu of Contractor Registration?: Submit it to the City of Othello Building & Planning Department at 500 E Main Street, Othello, WA 99344.

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