Why a Notary Public Matters for NYC Building Violation & Permit Cases

When you're tackling building violations, permits, and legal filings in New York City, small details can cause major delays. One often-overlooked detail is notarization. A Notary Public validates signatures and sworn statements — and many DOB/HPD/OATH/ECB forms require notarized documents to be accepted.

What is a Notary Public?

A Notary Public is an official authorized by the state to witness signatures, verify signer identity, administer oaths, and certify certain documents. The notary’s signature and seal provide legal assurance that signatures were made knowingly and voluntarily.

When You Might Need One for Violation Cases

• Affidavits & Sworn Statements — Often required when certifying repairs or conditions.
• Power of Attorney / Authorizations — If someone else will act on your behalf before DOB or OATH.
• Certification of Correction — Some compliance forms must be signed under oath.
• Court or Hearing Documents — Materials submitted for OATH/ECB hearings may require notarization.

How We Help

At Building Violation Removal & Expediting LLC, we include notary services as part of our comprehensive violation-removal workflow. That means:

• On-time notarization so your filings are not rejected for technical reasons.
• Correct document preparation so the notary certificate is present and properly formatted.
• Coordination with other filings and steps (permits, corrections, hearings) to remove avoidable delays.

Quick Tips Before Meeting a Notary

1. Bring valid government photo ID (driver’s license, passport).
2. Do not sign the document before meeting the notary unless specifically instructed.
3. Be prepared to take an oath for certain sworn statements.
4. If multiple signers are required, ensure they’re present or arrange remote notarization if accepted.

Note: A properly notarized document can be the difference between a smooth acceptance by municipal agencies and an avoidable rejection or delay.