North Bay Village, FL · Miami-Dade County
Owner-Builder Affidavit
Affidavit required to obtain a permit to act as your own contractor for residential or small commercial construction under Florida Statute 489.103.
What this form is
Florida law generally requires licensed contractors for construction work. This affidavit allows property owners to serve as their own contractor for certain projects—including one- or two-family homes, farm buildings, or commercial projects under $75,000—provided the owner directly supervises the work onsite. The affidavit confirms you understand the restrictions, licensing requirements for hired workers, and employer obligations including workers' compensation and tax withholding.
Who needs it
Property owners pulling permits to build or substantially improve their own residence or small commercial building without hiring a licensed contractor.
Why it needs a notary
The affidavit is a sworn statement confirming your understanding of owner-builder obligations and restrictions under Florida law, which must be notarized to have legal effect in the permit application.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from North Bay Village. 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.