FAQs • Newark • CivicEngage

I am purchasing a home in Newark and was told I needed to obtain a Deed Transfer Affidavit. What is a Deed Transfer Affidavit and what do I need to do to obtain it?: City Zoning Code requires that all purchasers of property in the City of Newark sign a statement called a Deed Transfer Affidavit, sometimes referred to as a Buyer’s Affidavit. The statement certifies that the purchaser has been told about the zoning of the property being acquired, zoning of adjacent land, and if applicable, the location of the 100-year floodplain in relationship to the property. At least one person whose name will appear on the deed must contact the Planning and Development Department to complete the process. There is no fee for the affidavit and it can be completed via phone, email, or in person by appointment. The Planning and Development Department office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. If you prefer to meet in person, call the Planning and Development Department to schedule an appointment.

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Planning and Development

1. Where is the Planning Department located?: The Planning and Development Department is located on the second floor of the City of Newark Municipal Building, 220 South Main Street.

2. How can I find out what a parcel of land is zoned?: Call the Planning and Development Department at 302-366-7000, extension 2043, with the property address or parcel number. If you visit the department, you can locate the property on the zoning map.

3. How can I find out about any home loan or assistance programs?: Information on our housing assistance programs is available online under Planning and Development Department/Community Development and Housing.

4. How can I find out the schedule for the Unicity bus?: The Unicity bus schedule is online under Planning/Unicity Bus or you can call UD Transit at 302-831-1187 or the Planning and Development Department at 302-366-7000, extension 2043.

5. Where can I find information on Planning Commission agendas and meeting minutes?: Planning Commission agendas and meeting minutes are available on the Planning and Development Department web page or under Agenda/Minutes/Reports on the City of Newark home page.

6. I am purchasing a home in Newark and was told I needed to obtain a Deed Transfer Affidavit. What is a Deed Transfer Affidavit and what do I need to do to obtain it?: City Zoning Code requires that all purchasers of property in the City of Newark sign a statement called a Deed Transfer Affidavit, sometimes referred to as a Buyer’s Affidavit. The statement certifies that the purchaser has been told about the zoning of the property being acquired, zoning of adjacent land, and if applicable, the location of the 100-year floodplain in relationship to the property. At least one person whose name will appear on the deed must contact the Planning and Development Department to complete the process. There is no fee for the affidavit and it can be completed via phone, email, or in person by appointment. The Planning and Development Department office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. If you prefer to meet in person, call the Planning and Development Department to schedule an appointment.