Massena, NY · St. Lawrence County
Developer Agreement Form
The Developer Agreement Form tells Town of Massena permit and variance applicants they may be responsible for Town review costs beyond routine application expenses, and must be signed and notarized.
- 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 advises applicants that they may be responsible for extra Town and board review costs, such as fees for consultants or other experts. It says applicants will be given an estimate when possible and a chance to proceed or withdraw, and that unpaid costs may result in a property lien or collection. The Town requires the signed agreement to be on file with the Code Enforcement Officer before placing an applicant on a Town Board agenda or issuing a permit.
Who needs it
Applicants for permits or variances from the Town of Massena must complete this agreement before they can be placed on a Town Board agenda or receive a permit.
Why it needs a notary
The applicant signs the agreement before a notary, who completes the New York acknowledgment stating the signer appeared and acknowledged executing the instrument.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Agreement
Get the Town of Massena planning packet and locate the Developer Agreement Form.
- 2
Fill Out The Form
Enter the applicant and property details, identify the application or permit, and leave the notary acknowledgment for the session.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary and have the completed form and acceptable identification ready.
- 4
Sign On Video
Join the video session, follow the notary’s instructions, and sign the agreement before the notary completes the acknowledgment.
- 5
Submit To The Town
File the notarized agreement with the Town Code Enforcement Officer before the Town Board agenda placement or permit issuance.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Massena. 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 notarize the Massena Developer Agreement online?
- Complete the form, then book with a commissioned online notary. Sign during the video session when instructed, and submit the notarized agreement to the Town Code Enforcement Officer.
- Do I need to sign the agreement before a notary?
- Yes. The form includes a New York acknowledgment block for the applicant’s signature. The agreement must be on file with the Code Enforcement Officer before a Town Board agenda placement or permit issuance.
- Can I use an online notary for this agreement?
- New York has authorized remote online notarization by its notaries under Executive Law §135-c since 2023. A commissioned online notary can complete the acknowledgment in a remote video session.
- What should I do with the notarized agreement?
- The Town's packet says the signed agreement must be on file with the Code Enforcement Officer before a Town Board agenda placement or permit issuance. Confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.