St. Marys, GA · Camden County
Homeowner Construction Permit Affidavit
A sworn affidavit within the City of St. Marys building permit packet for homeowners doing new construction, additions, remodels, or renovations without a licensed contractor.
- 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
Homeowners applying for a building permit for new construction, an addition, remodel, or renovation must complete this affidavit as part of the packet, along with a property owner authorization letter and site plans. The form instructs applicants not to sign it except in the presence of a notary, reflecting Georgia's owner-builder framework that requires a sworn statement confirming the homeowner will perform or directly supervise the work.
Who needs it
Homeowners in St. Marys applying for a building permit as their own contractor for construction, renovation, or remodeling work.
Why it needs a notary
The packet explicitly states the affidavit must not be signed except before a notary, since it becomes part of the official permit record once submitted.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Packet
Get the Building Permit Packet PDF from the City of St. Marys Building Department.
- 2
Complete the Affidavit
Fill in the property, scope of work, and homeowner details but do not sign yet.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session with Rush Notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Verify your ID and sign the affidavit live with the online notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Deliver the notarized packet to the St. Marys Community Development Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from St. Marys. 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
- Does the St. Marys building permit affidavit need a notary?
- Yes, the packet states the affidavit must not be signed except in the presence of a notary before it is submitted with the permit application.
- Who files this homeowner affidavit?
- Homeowners in St. Marys who are acting as their own contractor for new construction, an addition, remodel, or renovation project.
- How do I notarize the affidavit online?
- Complete the affidavit, then sign it live on video with a remote online notary and download the notarized copy for your permit packet.
- Do I need a notary if I am hiring a licensed contractor?
- This particular affidavit applies to homeowner-performed work; check with the St. Marys Building Department if you are unsure which forms apply to a licensed-contractor project.