Pico Rivera, CA · Los Angeles County
Common Wall Agreement
The Common Wall Agreement records a neighbor’s awareness of a proposed property line wall and the requesting homeowner’s permit request; affected property owners complete it for the city.
- California-licensed notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Pico Rivera requires this agreement when a homeowner requests a permit to construct a wall on a common property line. The requesting homeowner provides the property address and work scope, and each affected neighboring property owner completes a separate form acknowledging the proposed wall. The form says it must be filled out entirely and notarized for permit approval; it also clarifies that the agreement does not certify or establish property lines.
Who needs it
A homeowner requesting a common property line wall permit and each affected neighboring property owner must complete the agreement.
Why it needs a notary
The form has no printed jurat or acknowledgment block; the signatures on the agreement must be notarized for permit approval.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Agreement
Get the City of Pico Rivera Common Wall Agreement.
- 2
Fill Out The Form
Provide the homeowner’s name, property address, work scope, and the requested neighbor information.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange notarization, checking that the service is available for your signing and location.
- 4
Sign Before The Notary
Follow the notary’s instructions for signing the agreement.
- 5
Submit To The City
Submit the completed, notarized agreement for permit approval.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Pico Rivera. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed California 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.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get the Common Wall Agreement notarized?
- Complete the form, then book a notary appointment and sign as directed. California notaries cannot perform remote online notarization until the Secretary of State certifies the technology or 2030; California recognizes out-of-state notarizations under Civil Code §1189(b).
- Do I need a separate form for each neighboring property owner?
- Yes. The form says each neighbor must sign their own individual agreement, and more than one neighbor may be required depending on the work and property layout.
- Who signs the Common Wall Agreement?
- The requesting homeowner provides the property and work details, and the neighboring property owner completes the neighbor section. The form requires notarization for permit approval.
- Does this agreement establish the property line?
- No. The form says it does not certify property lines or imply that the common wall is a legal property line. It directs property-line questions to a Licensed Professional Surveyor; confirm with the city if unsure.
Common Wall Agreement in other California cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.