Douglasville, GA · Douglas County
Home Owner Self-Contractor Unlicensed Affidavit
The sworn affidavit a homeowner files to waive Georgia's residential contractor licensing requirement and self-perform construction work.
- 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
Under O.C.G.A. §43-41-17, Georgia allows a property owner to waive the contractor's license requirement to build on their own home. Douglasville's version requires the owner to swear on oath that they own the property, are not a licensed contractor, and will personally supervise the work, and that the home will not be sold or occupied by others without disclosure.
Who needs it
Homeowners in Douglasville who want to act as their own general or residential contractor on their own property.
Why it needs a notary
Georgia's owner-builder exemption under O.C.G.A. §43-41-17 requires the owner's statement to be sworn, and the form's jurat must be completed before a notary public.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Home Owner Self-Contractor Unlicensed form from the City of Douglasville Building Division page.
- 2
Attach Your Deed
Gather a copy of your recorded deed as Exhibit A.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session.
- 4
Sign on Video
Swear to the statement and sign before the notary by video.
- 5
Submit to Building Division
Deliver the notarized affidavit with your permit application.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Douglasville. 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 get the owner-builder affidavit notarized?
- Fill in the property and ownership details, then sign the sworn statement before an online notary over live video.
- Do I need a notary to self-perform construction work?
- Yes, O.C.G.A. §43-41-17 requires the homeowner's waiver statement to be sworn before a notary public.
- What proof of ownership is required?
- A copy of the deed showing current legal ownership must be attached as an exhibit to the affidavit.
- Can I sell the property soon after doing my own work?
- The affidavit states the property must not be sold or offered for sale for a period after completion; check with the city if unsure of the current requirement.