Ranson, WV · Jefferson County
Rental Dwelling Registration
This five-page packet registers a rental dwelling with the City of Ranson and gathers owner, property, and inspection information from the property owner or authorized agent.
- 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
Use this packet to register a rental dwelling in Ranson, provide owner and property details, and complete the lead disclosure questions and interior inspection checklist. The city also includes an agent authorization affidavit and requires an owner/agent certification affidavit when someone other than the property owner signs the application. Submit the completed registration packet to Community Development; the form lists the city’s address and contact information.
Who needs it
Property owners registering a rental dwelling in Ranson need this packet, and an owner must complete the agent authorization section if another party submits an application on the owner’s behalf.
Why it needs a notary
The application includes a jurat stating it was subscribed and sworn before a notary; the owner or authorized agent signs the application certification before the notary when applicable.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Rental Dwelling Registration packet from the City of Ranson.
- 2
Fill Out the Packet
Enter owner and property details, complete applicable lead questions, and fill in the inspection checklist.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange an online notarization for the applicable owner or agent certification.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the certification before the notary during the online session.
- 5
Submit to the City
Send the completed packet to Ranson Community Development.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Ranson. 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 the rental dwelling registration?
- Fill in the owner, rental property, lead disclosure, and inspection information. Sign the application certification before a notary when applicable, then submit the packet to Ranson Community Development.
- Do I need a notary for this form?
- The application includes a subscribed-and-sworn jurat. The form also says a notarized owner/agent certification affidavit is required if someone other than the owner signs.
- Can I sign this form with an online notary?
- West Virginia authorizes remote online and remote ink notarization. A commissioned online notary who is registered to perform remote online notarizations can notarize the applicable signature by video.
- What should I do if I am unsure where to submit the packet?
- The form lists City of Ranson Community Development at 312 S. Mildred Street and provides its phone number and email. Confirm with the city or county clerk if unsure.