St. George, LA · East Baton Rouge Parish
Release, Hold Harmless and Indemnity Agreement
This agreement releases and indemnifies the City of St. George and related parties for construction encroachments, and property owners submit it when seeking a building permit for the described work.
- 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 agreement makes the property owner responsible for claims related to a construction encroachment and releases the City of St. George and other named parties from related claims. The city requires it in connection with a building permit, and the form says a copy must be filed with the Clerk of Court and a certified copy showing recording and filing dates provided to the Building Department before a permit or certificate of occupancy is issued. It also requires a copy to accompany property disclosures to prospective purchasers.
Who needs it
A property owner seeking a building permit for construction with an encroachment at the address identified on the agreement needs to complete and submit this form.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Agreement
Get the City of St. George Release, Hold Harmless and Indemnity Agreement.
- 2
Fill In The Form
Enter the property address, permit details, and other requested information.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a commissioned online notary and check that remote notarization is suitable for your filing.
- 4
Sign On Video
Follow the notary’s instructions and sign the agreement during your online notarization session.
- 5
Submit To The City
File a copy with the Clerk of Court and provide the required certified copy to the Building Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from St. George. 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 complete and submit this agreement?
- Fill in the property, permit, and signature details, then have the owner sign before a notary. File a copy with the Clerk of Court and provide the Building Department a certified copy with recording and filing dates.
- Do I need to sign this agreement before a notary?
- Yes. The form directs the owner to sign before a notary. It also provides a witness affidavit for use if the owners are unable to appear before the notary.
- Can I sign this form with a commissioned online notary?
- Louisiana provides for remote online notarization by properly authorized notaries and recognizes notarial acts performed by duly commissioned notaries from other states. Ask Rush Notary to confirm remote notarization is suitable for this form before booking.
- How is the agreement filed with the Clerk of Court?
- The form says to file a copy with the Clerk of Court and furnish the Building Department a certified copy showing the recording and filing dates. Recording may be handled through e-recording where supported, often through a title company; confirm with the parish or municipality if unsure.