Miami, FL · Miami-Dade County
Affidavit of Compliance – Roof Decking Attachment and Secondary Water Barrier
Certification that a residential roof has been strengthened and retrofitted with proper fasteners and water barriers per Florida hurricane mitigation standards.
- 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 confirms that a homeowner or contractor has completed hurricane mitigation work on an existing single-family home's roof, including strengthened decking attachment and installation of a secondary water barrier. The work must comply with Florida Building Commission standards under Rule 9B-3.047 F.A.C. The form is submitted to the local building official to close out a permitted retrofit project.
Who needs it
Homeowners or contractors completing hurricane mitigation retrofit work on residential roofs who need to certify compliance to their local building department.
Why it needs a notary
Notarization is required because this is a sworn affidavit certifying that specific construction work meets code requirements; the notary validates the affiant's identity and witnesses the oath before the building official.
How to get this notarized
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Step 1
Complete the 'Affidavit of Compliance – Roof Decking Attachment and Secondary Water Barrier' form with all required project details.
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Step 2
Verify that all work described in the affidavit meets Florida Building Commission standards (Rule 9B-3.047 F.A.C.).
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Step 3
Ensure the form is fully filled out but do not sign it yet.
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Step 4
Schedule an appointment with a City Notary public in Miami.
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Step 5
Bring the unsigned affidavit and valid government-issued identification to your notarization appointment.
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Step 6
Sign the affidavit in the presence of the notary public, who will then affix their seal.
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Step 7
Submit the notarized affidavit to the appropriate City of Miami building official to close out your permit.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Miami. 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 a Roof Decking Attachment and Secondary Water Barrier Affidavit?
- This affidavit is a sworn statement certifying that a residential roof has been updated with stronger decking attachments and a secondary water barrier, meeting Florida's hurricane mitigation standards. It's often required when closing out a building permit for such work.
- Do I need to get my Roof Decking Affidavit notarized in Miami?
- Yes, notarization is required because this document is a sworn affidavit. A notary public verifies the identity of the person signing (affiant) and witnesses their oath that the information provided is true and accurate, as required by the City of Miami for permit close-out.
- How do I notarize my Roof Decking Attachment Affidavit in Miami?
- You can get your affidavit notarized by finding a qualified notary public. City Notary offers convenient, reliable notarization services specifically for city-government forms in Miami, ensuring your document is correctly processed for submission.
- What happens if my Roof Decking Affidavit isn't notarized?
- If your affidavit isn't properly notarized, the City of Miami building department may not accept it. This could delay or prevent the close-out of your building permit for the hurricane mitigation work, potentially impacting property insurance or future sales.