La Puente, CA · Los Angeles County
Owner's Authorization Affidavit
A notarized affidavit a La Puente property owner signs to authorize an applicant, such as a contractor or agent, to act on their behalf for a permit or planning matter.
- California-licensed 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
The Owner's Authorization Affidavit lets a La Puente property owner formally designate someone else, such as an architect, contractor, or family member, to handle a specific application on their property. The Development Services Department requires the owner's declaration to be sworn under penalty of perjury and acknowledged before a notary public, making it a required attachment (sometimes called a Letter of Authorization) for applications like ADU Site Plan and Design Review submittals when the applicant is not the owner.
Who needs it
Property owners in La Puente who want an applicant other than themselves, such as a contractor or family member, to file and manage a planning or building application.
Why it needs a notary
The affidavit includes a full California all-purpose acknowledgment ('before me... satisfactory evidence... WITNESS my hand and official seal'), so it must be signed in front of a notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Owner's Authorization Affidavit from the City of La Puente Planning Division.
- 2
Fill Out the Affidavit
Enter the owner's name, property address, and the authorized applicant's name.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session with Rush Notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Verify your ID and sign before the notary during the live video session.
- 5
Submit to the City
Attach the notarized affidavit to your planning or building application filed with La Puente.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from La Puente. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed California 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 my La Puente Owner's Authorization Affidavit notarized?
- Fill in the owner and applicant details, then meet an online notary by video to sign and have your signature acknowledged.
- Do I need this form notarized?
- Yes. The affidavit is sworn under penalty of perjury and must be signed before a notary public with a California acknowledgment.
- When does La Puente require this affidavit?
- It's needed whenever the person filing a planning or building application is not the property owner, such as for an ADU Site Plan and Design Review submittal.
- Can an online notary handle this for me?
- Yes, Rush Notary connects you with a remote online notary; check with the city if you're unsure whether they'll accept an out-of-state notarial act.