Green Lake, WI · Green Lake County

Affidavit of Residence

This affidavit lets property owners certify they will live at their Green Lake property for at least 30 days each calendar year while operating it as a short-term vacation rental.

Simple form~10 min to notarize
  • 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

Property owners use this affidavit to certify that they will live at the listed property for at least 30 days in each calendar year while using it as a vacation rental for stays shorter than 30 days. The form states that owners may lose their short-term rental license if they do not meet this requirement. It provides space for two owners’ signatures and a notary’s sworn certification.

Who needs it

Owners of a Green Lake property used for vacation rentals of less than 30 days who need to certify they will meet the 30-day annual residence requirement.

Why it needs a notary

The form includes a jurat stating it was signed and sworn to or affirmed before the notary; each owner signing the affidavit must appear before the notary.

How to get this notarized

  1. 1

    Download The Form

    Get the Affidavit of Residence from the City of Green Lake.

  2. 2

    Fill In The Affidavit

    Enter the property address and owner information, but wait to sign until you meet with the notary.

  3. 3

    Book An Online Notary

    Arrange a remote notarization appointment with a commissioned online notary.

  4. 4

    Sign On Video

    Appear by video and sign the affidavit before the notary, who completes the jurat.

  5. 5

    Submit To The City

    Send the notarized affidavit to the City of Green Lake as directed.

Preview the form

The blank PDF straight from Green Lake. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.

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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 Affidavit of Residence?
Fill in the property address and owner names, then sign the affidavit before a notary. Submit the completed form to the City of Green Lake as directed.
Do I need to sign this affidavit in front of a notary?
Yes. The form includes a jurat stating that the affidavit was signed and sworn to or affirmed before a notary.
Can I use an online notary for this affidavit?
Wisconsin law authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary under Wis. Stat. §140.145. Confirm with the city or village if unsure whether it accepts this form notarized online.
What does the affidavit certify?
It certifies that the property owners will live at the listed address for at least 30 days in each calendar year while using the property as a vacation rental for stays under 30 days.

Ready to notarize your Affidavit of Residence?

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