Independence, OR · Polk County
Type I or II Land Use Application Fee Payment Agreement
This agreement sets out how a developer will pay City of Independence costs above the base fee while the City processes a Type I or II land use application.
- 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 developer agrees to pay monthly costs above the base fee, including costs for technical and legal review and public notice, as well as other services used to process the application. The agreement also describes payment remedies, binding effect, arbitration, and attorney fees. The form is for a developer submitting a land use application for property in Independence and accompanies the application process.
Who needs it
A developer submitting a Type I or II land use application to the City of Independence for property within the city needs this payment agreement.
Why it needs a notary
The City representative and developer each sign before a notary, who completes a separate acknowledgment block for each signer.
How to get this notarized
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Download the Agreement
Download the Type I or II land use application fee payment agreement from the City of Independence.
- 2
Fill In the Agreement
Complete the developer, application, property, and statement mailing information, and review the agreement terms.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a commissioned online notary appointment for the City representative and developer.
- 4
Sign on Video
Each signer appears before the notary by video and completes the acknowledgment for their signature.
- 5
Submit to the City
Return the signed and notarized agreement to the City of Independence at the address stated on the form.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Independence. 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 this land use fee payment agreement online?
- Complete the agreement, then book a commissioned online notary. Each signer appears before the notary on video, acknowledges the signature, and completes the notarization before submitting the agreement to the City.
- Do I need to notarize the agreement before submitting it?
- The form includes acknowledgment blocks for both the City representative and developer, with a notary signature line for each. Have each signer complete the acknowledgment before submitting the agreement.
- What costs does the developer agree to pay?
- The developer agrees to pay monthly City costs for processing the application that exceed the base fee, including costs for technical and legal review, public notice, and other services.
- Can I use a commissioned online notary for this Oregon form?
- Oregon law addresses remote notarization by Oregon notaries under ORS 194.277 and recognizes certain acts by authorized officers of another state under ORS 194.260. The Oregon Secretary of State FAQ confirms a properly notarized out-of-state RON document is valid in Oregon.
- Where should I send the completed agreement?
- The form says to return the signed agreement to the City of Independence, PO Box 7, Independence, OR 97351. Confirm with the city or county clerk if unsure.