Fargo, ND · Cass County
Petition for Annexation
This petition asks the City of Fargo to annex described property and is filed by an owner meeting the form’s stated assessed-value threshold.
- 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 petition asks the City of Fargo to annex property described on the form and includes a certification about ownership of at least three-fourths of its assessed value. The form says the undersigned owner petitions the city pursuant to the cited North Dakota Century Code section. Complete it when seeking annexation of the property, then submit it to the City of Fargo.
Who needs it
An owner seeking annexation of described property who meets the form’s stated threshold of at least three-fourths in assessed value needs this petition.
Why it needs a notary
The form carries an acknowledgment before a notary public; the person executing the petition must personally appear and acknowledge signing it.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Petition
Get the Petition for Annexation from the City of Fargo.
- 2
Fill In The Property Details
Describe the property, complete the ownership certification, and enter the date.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange a video appointment with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign On Video
Personally appear before the notary and acknowledge signing the petition.
- 5
Submit It To The City
Send the completed petition to the City of Fargo.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Fargo. 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 the Fargo annexation petition?
- Describe the property, complete the ownership certification and date, sign before a notary, then submit the completed petition to the City of Fargo.
- Do I need to sign the petition in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes an acknowledgment stating that the signer personally appeared before a notary public and acknowledged executing the petition.
- Can I use a commissioned online notary?
- North Dakota law authorizes remote notarization by its notaries and recognizes certain notarial acts performed by authorized officers of another state. Confirm with the city if unsure.
- Who can file this annexation petition?
- The form is for an owner seeking annexation who meets its stated requirement of owning at least three-fourths in assessed value of the described property.