Bothell, WA · King County
Wetlands Maintenance Surety Bond
This bond secures a principal’s and surety’s obligations to maintain accepted project improvements, and is filed with the City of Bothell for a subdivision, plat, or permit project.
- 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 bond secures repair or replacement of project improvements if defects in materials, workmanship, or installation arise during the five-year period after the City’s written and final acceptance. It identifies the project, principal, surety, bond amount, covered improvements, and the parties’ obligations. The form is submitted to the City to support release of the project’s performance bond and remains in effect until the City releases it in writing.
Who needs it
A project principal or developer and its surety complete this bond for Bothell improvements that require maintenance security after City acceptance.
Why it needs a notary
The form carries an acknowledgment stating that the signer appeared before the notary and acknowledged signing voluntarily; the person signing the instrument signs before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Bond
Get the wetlands maintenance surety bond form from the City of Bothell.
- 2
Fill In the Project Details
Complete the project, principal, surety, bond amount, covered improvements, and signature information.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a remote session with a commissioned online notary for the acknowledgment.
- 4
Sign on Video
Appear before the notary and acknowledge signing the instrument as directed.
- 5
Submit to the City
Send the completed bond to the City of Bothell using its accepted submission method.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Bothell. 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
- What does the wetlands maintenance surety bond cover?
- It secures obligations to repair or replace covered improvements if defects arise during the five years after the City’s written and final acceptance.
- Who signs the bond before a notary?
- The form includes an acknowledgment for a person who appears before the notary and acknowledges signing the instrument voluntarily. Check the completed bond to identify the signer.
- Do I need to submit the bond to the City of Bothell?
- The form says the bond is submitted to the City and describes it as security that can enable release of the project’s performance bond. Confirm filing details with the City.
- How do I notarize this bond online?
- Washington authorizes its notaries to perform remote online notarizations under RCW 42.45.280. Book a session with a commissioned online notary, appear on video, and sign as directed.
- Can I submit the notarized bond electronically?
- The form does not specify an electronic filing method. Ask the City how it accepts this bond; confirm with the city or town if unsure.