Rincon, GA · Effingham County
Home Occupation Tax Certificate Packet
The application packet a home-based business owner files with Rincon's Planning & Development Department for a home occupation tax certificate.
- 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
Rincon requires home-based businesses to meet zoning conditions and submit an occupational tax certificate application with a SAVE affidavit, consistent with the city's commercial licensing process. The affidavit portion documents the applicant's citizenship or immigration status and must be sworn before a notary under O.C.G.A. §50-36-1.
Who needs it
Rincon residents operating a home-based business who need a home occupation tax certificate.
Why it needs a notary
The packet's SAVE affidavit must be sworn to and subscribed before a notary public, per O.C.G.A. §50-36-1.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Packet
Get the Home Occupation Tax Certificate Packet from the City of Rincon Business Licenses page.
- 2
Confirm Zoning Conditions
Review the home occupation requirements to be sure your business qualifies.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization appointment.
- 4
Sign the SAVE Affidavit on Video
Swear to the affidavit and sign before the notary over live video.
- 5
Submit to the City
Deliver the notarized packet to the Rincon Planning & Development Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Rincon. 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 my home occupation SAVE affidavit notarized?
- Complete the home occupation packet, confirm your business meets the zoning conditions, then sign the SAVE affidavit before an online notary over video.
- Do I need a notary for a home-based business license?
- Yes, Rincon's home occupation packet requires the same sworn SAVE affidavit as a commercial license, notarized under O.C.G.A. §50-36-1.
- What percentage of my home can I use for business?
- The home occupation must use no more than 20 percent of the total floor area of the dwelling.
- Can I complete the notarization remotely?
- Yes, a remote online notary session can complete the affidavit; check with the city if unsure about acceptance.