Porterdale, GA · Newton County
Initial Occupational Tax (Business License) Application
The application new businesses in Porterdale file to obtain their initial occupational tax certificate, including a required SAVE affidavit.
- 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
This is Porterdale's initial Occupational Tax (Business License) Application. It requires the applicant to complete and sign an O.C.G.A. §50-36-1(e)(2) SAVE affidavit and a Private Employer Affidavit, both of which the city instructs applicants to have notarized prior to signing, along with a copy of a secure and verifiable ID.
Who needs it
Anyone starting a new business or occupation within the City of Porterdale.
Why it needs a notary
Porterdale's own instructions state the SAVE affidavit must be notarized prior to signing, as required by Georgia's public benefits verification law.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Initial Occupational Tax Application from the City of Porterdale website.
- 2
Fill It Out
Complete the business information and both required affidavit sections.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session.
- 4
Sign on Video
Present your secure and verifiable ID and sign before the notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the notarized application to Porterdale City Hall.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Porterdale. 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 Porterdale business license affidavit notarized?
- Fill out the application, then book an online notary session to sign the SAVE affidavit by video before submitting to the city.
- Do I need a notary for a new business license?
- Yes, Porterdale's instructions require the O.C.G.A. §50-36-1(e)(2) affidavit to be notarized prior to signing.
- What is a secure and verifiable document?
- A government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license or passport, used to verify your identity during notarization.
- Is there a separate employer affidavit?
- Yes, a Private Employer Affidavit is also required alongside the SAVE affidavit; check with the city if unsure which sections apply to you.