Bellingham, WA · Whatcom County
Affidavit Attesting Actual Rehabilitation Costs
This affidavit attests to the actual costs of rehabilitating a historic property and is completed by the person or people submitting an Application for Special Valuation.
- 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
This affidavit states that the rehabilitation costs listed in the enclosed Application for Special Valuation for Rehabilitating Historic Properties accurately represent the costs incurred. The signer identifies the property, its historic name, and the actual rehabilitation cost amount, then acknowledges the affidavit before a notary. The form is for use with an application for special valuation of a historic property.
Who needs it
The person or people submitting an Application for Special Valuation for Rehabilitating Historic Properties and attesting to the actual costs need this affidavit.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes a notarial acknowledgment stating the signer acknowledged the instrument as a free and voluntary act; each signer signs before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Affidavit
Get the Affidavit Attesting Actual Rehabilitation Costs for Special Valuation from the City of Bellingham.
- 2
Fill In the Property and Costs
Enter the property address, historic name, actual rehabilitation cost amount, and signer details.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a remote notarization with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Appear for the online notarization and acknowledge the affidavit before signing as directed by the notary.
- 5
Submit With the Application
Include the notarized affidavit with the Application for Special Valuation for Rehabilitating Historic Properties.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Bellingham. 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 this rehabilitation cost affidavit?
- Identify the property and historic name, enter the actual rehabilitation costs, and submit the affidavit with the application. Sign before a notary, then confirm submission details with the city.
- Do I need to sign this form in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes an acknowledgment for the signer, who must acknowledge the instrument before a notary. Do not sign until you are with the notary.
- Can I use an online notary for this affidavit?
- Washington authorizes its notaries to perform remote online notarizations under RCW 42.45.280, effective October 2020. Choose a commissioned online notary and confirm with the city or town if unsure.
- What information does the affidavit ask for?
- It asks for the property address, historic name, actual rehabilitation cost amount, signer information, and a notarial acknowledgment.