Auburn, WA · King County
Accessory Dwelling Unit Disclosure Statement
This statement records an owner’s understanding of Auburn’s accessory dwelling unit requirements and is filed with the City of Auburn for a property with an ADU permit 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 form identifies the property and records the owner’s understanding and agreement to comply with Auburn City Code Section 18.32.010, which covers accessory dwelling units. Auburn requires it in connection with an ADU permit application; it also advises future owners that the property must meet the requirements if the home or ADU is rented or occupied.
Who needs it
Property owners applying to Auburn for an accessory dwelling unit permit need to complete and submit this disclosure statement for the property.
Why it needs a notary
The form provides individual and corporate acknowledgment blocks; each owner signing the applicable block must appear before the notary and acknowledge signing the instrument.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get Auburn’s Accessory Dwelling Unit Disclosure Statement.
- 2
Fill In the Property Details
Complete the reference, grantor, grantee, legal description, parcel ID, and owner information as applicable.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a remote appointment with a commissioned online notary and have identification ready.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the applicable individual or corporate acknowledgment block when directed during the online notarization.
- 5
Submit to the City
Send the completed disclosure statement to the City of Auburn as part of the ADU permit process.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Auburn. 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 ADU Disclosure Statement?
- Enter the property and owner information, review the ADU requirements, and sign the applicable acknowledgment before a commissioned online notary. Submit the completed form to the City of Auburn.
- Do I need to notarize this form?
- The form includes notary acknowledgment blocks for individuals and corporations. The owner or authorized signer should sign the applicable block before a notary; confirm with the city or town if unsure.
- Can I sign this form with an online notary?
- Washington permits its notaries to perform remote online notarizations under RCW 42.45.280. An eligible commissioned online notary can notarize the acknowledgment by video.
- What does this disclosure tell future property owners?
- It states that the property must comply with Auburn City Code Section 18.32.010 if the single-family residence or accessory dwelling unit is rented or occupied.