Online Notarization for Construction and Permit Documents

If you’re filing documents for a construction project, building permit, zoning application, contractor registration, or other permitting matter, you may be required to have certain forms notarized before your application can be processed or approved.

Remote Online Notarization (RON) can provide a convenient way to have eligible documents notarized online without visiting a notary in person. However, requirements can vary by state, county, municipality, permitting office, and the type of document being submitted.

Confirm Electronic Documents Are Accepted

Before scheduling your online notary session, we strongly recommend contacting the county clerk, building department, zoning office, permitting authority, or other agency receiving your documents to confirm that it will accept an electronically notarized document.

With remote online notarization, you will receive your completed document in electronic PDF format. OnlineNotary.us does not provide a wet-ink original or convert an electronically notarized document into a paper original.

Ask the receiving office whether:

• The document may be electronically signed and notarized.
• A digitally notarized PDF is acceptable for filing.
• The document can be submitted electronically or printed after notarization, if applicable.
• Any particular notarization, filing, or recording requirements apply to the form.

Why Confirm Before Your Session?

Even when remote online notarization is legally available, a particular government office or permitting authority may have its own procedures or technical requirements for accepting electronically notarized documents.

Checking with the receiving office before your session can help you avoid having to redo documents, reschedule a notarization, or delay your permit or project.

A quick confirmation with the agency receiving your documents before scheduling your Remote Online Notarization can help prevent unnecessary delays and keep your project on schedule.