Miami, FL · Miami-Dade County
Owner's Affidavit of Exemption
Declaration that a residential structure is exempt from roof-to-wall connection hurricane mitigation retrofit requirements under Florida law.
What this form is
This form allows property owners to certify that their single-family home is exempt from mandatory roof-to-wall connection hurricane mitigation retrofits under Florida Statute 553.844. Exemptions apply if the home's assessed value is below $300,000 or if it was built to current Florida Building Code standards. Owners must swear under oath that one of these conditions applies to their property.
Who needs it
Homeowners with existing single-family residential structures who believe their property qualifies for an exemption from hurricane mitigation retrofit requirements.
Why it needs a notary
The form requires a notary to administer the sworn oath because it is a legal affidavit attesting to the property's exemption status under Florida statute.
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.