Robins, IA · Linn County
Fence Easement Conditions Affidavit
This form records a property owner’s acceptance of conditions for a fence on an easement and is filed with the City of Robins Building Department for a building permit.
- licensed online 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
The form lets a property owner agree to conditions for a fence located on an easement as part of the building permit process. The owner certifies ownership and accepts responsibilities that include removing or relocating the fence if directed, avoiding drainage interference, and addressing easement restrictions. The City of Robins Building Department receives the completed form with the permit request.
Who needs it
Property owners seeking a building permit for a fence on an easement in Robins must complete this form and agree to its conditions.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes a jurat beginning “Sworn to before me”; each property owner signing the form must swear or affirm it before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Affidavit
Get the Fence Easement Conditions Affidavit from the City of Robins.
- 2
Fill In the Form
Enter the property information and review the conditions before signing.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign and swear or affirm the affidavit during the notary video session.
- 5
Submit to the City
Send the completed affidavit to the City of Robins Building Department with your building permit request.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Robins. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed 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 submit the fence affidavit?
- Complete and notarize the affidavit, then submit it with your building permit request to the City of Robins Building Department at the address shown on the form.
- Do I need to sign the affidavit before a notary?
- Yes. The form includes a “Sworn to before me” jurat, so the property owner must sign and swear or affirm the affidavit before a notary.
- Can I sign this affidavit with an online notary?
- Iowa authorizes remote online notarization for its own notaries. You can sign before a commissioned online notary during a video session.
- What conditions does the form cover?
- The owner agrees to conditions about fence removal or relocation, potential damages, drainage, easement restrictions, and responsibilities that bind owners and successors.
- Where should I submit the completed form?
- The form names the City of Robins Building Department as the recipient. Contact the city about its permit submission process; confirm with the city if unsure.