Golden Beach, FL · Miami-Dade County
Owner's Affidavit & Hold Harmless Letter
An affidavit in which property owners authorize construction or repair work and assume legal responsibility for the project to obtain a building permit.
- Florida-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
This affidavit allows property owners to apply for a building permit and accept full responsibility for construction or repair work on their property. By signing, the owner indemnifies the Town of Golden Beach and assumes all liability for the project. Required when a property owner is directly obtaining a permit for work on their own land.
Who needs it
Property owners applying for a building permit for construction or repair work on their own Golden Beach property.
Why it needs a notary
Notarization confirms the owner's identity and their sworn statement accepting legal responsibility and indemnification for the permitted construction work.
How to get this notarized
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Prepare Your Document
Obtain the official Owner's Affidavit & Hold Harmless Letter form from the Town of Golden Beach. Do not sign it before your notarization appointment.
- 2
Gather Identification
Ensure you have a current, government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's license, passport) that is valid and matches the name on your affidavit.
- 3
Schedule Notary Appointment
Book an appointment with a Florida-commissioned notary public who can assist with your Owner's Affidavit notarization in Golden Beach.
- 4
Meet the Notary
Present your unsigned Owner's Affidavit and valid ID to the notary. The notary will verify your identity and witness your signature.
- 5
Receive Notarized Document
The notary will complete the notarial certificate, affix their official seal, and sign the document, making it legally binding for your Golden Beach building permit application.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Golden Beach. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed Florida 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
- What is an Owner's Affidavit and why do I need it for a Golden Beach building permit?
- An Owner's Affidavit is a sworn legal document where you, as the property owner, authorize construction or repair work on your property and accept full legal responsibility. Golden Beach requires this for building permits when the owner is directly obtaining the permit, ensuring liability for the project rests with the owner, not the town.
- How do I get my Golden Beach Owner's Affidavit notarized?
- You can get your Golden Beach Owner's Affidavit notarized by bringing the unsigned document and a valid, government-issued photo ID to a certified Notary Public. The notary will verify your identity, witness your signature, and then affix their seal and signature to legalize the document for your building permit application.
- Do I need a notary for an Owner's Affidavit in Golden Beach?
- Yes, an Owner's Affidavit and Hold Harmless Letter for Golden Beach building permits must be notarized. Notarization confirms your identity and ensures the authenticity of your signature and sworn statement accepting legal responsibility for the construction or repair work.
- Can I sign the Owner's Affidavit before seeing the notary?
- No, you should not sign the Owner's Affidavit before meeting with the notary. The notary must witness your signature in order to properly attest to its authenticity. Bring the document unsigned, along with your valid photo identification.