Fox Chapel, PA · Allegheny County
Sewer Lateral Inclement Weather Escrow Agreement
This agreement lets Fox Chapel property sellers and buyers arrange escrow security and delayed sewer testing when inclement weather prevents testing before the property sale closes.
- 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 documents the sellers’ and buyers’ obligations when inclement weather prevents required sewer testing before a property sale closes. It provides for $1,000 in security, sets a deadline for testing after Borough notice, and explains how the security may be used or returned. The Borough also requests buyer contact details and information for refunding any remaining balance after the plumber’s test.
Who needs it
Sellers and buyers use this agreement when inclement weather prevents the required sewer test before closing on a property in Fox Chapel.
Why it needs a notary
The form has sworn jurats for the sellers and buyers and an acknowledgment for the Borough Manager; each signer appears before a commissioned online notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Agreement
Get the Sewer Lateral Inclement Weather Escrow Agreement from the Borough’s document page.
- 2
Complete the Agreement
Fill in the party names, property address, refund details, buyer contact information, and other requested information.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange an appointment with a commissioned online notary for the applicable seller, buyer, and Borough Manager signature blocks.
- 4
Sign on Video
Follow the notary’s instructions and complete the required signatures and notarial acts during the online session.
- 5
Submit to the Borough
Send the completed agreement to the Borough of Fox Chapel as directed.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Fox Chapel. 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 sewer lateral escrow agreement?
- Download the agreement, enter the seller and buyer details, property address, and requested refund and contact information, then arrange notarization for the required signature blocks and submit it to the Borough.
- Do I need to sign this agreement in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes sworn statements for sellers and buyers and an acknowledgment for the Borough Manager. The applicable signers should complete their notarial blocks.
- Can I use an online notary for this agreement?
- Pennsylvania authorizes its notaries to perform remote online notarizations. Ask the Borough whether it will accept the completed agreement with online notarization; confirm with the city, borough or township if unsure.
- What does the escrow agreement require?
- It provides for $1,000 in security to guarantee the sewer test, requires testing within 14 days after written Borough notice, and describes how the security may be retained or returned.