Des Moines, WA · King County
Declaration of Covenant for Inspection and Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and BMPs
This covenant sets out ongoing stormwater facility and BMP maintenance obligations and grants inspection access; property owners submit it to the City of Des Moines for a permit-related property.
- 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 declaration binds the property owner and successors to operate and maintain the stormwater facilities and best management practices identified in plans submitted for City review and permit approval. It grants the City access to inspect and, under the stated conditions, perform required maintenance or address hazards at the owners’ expense. The form also states that the covenant runs with the land and may be terminated by a written agreement recorded in King County real property records.
Who needs it
Property owners identified as grantors on a City of Des Moines permit application use this declaration for the property covered by the stormwater plans.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes an acknowledgment block; each grantor who signs the declaration must personally appear before a notary and acknowledge signing it as a free and voluntary act.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Download the City of Des Moines stormwater facilities and BMPs covenant.
- 2
Fill In the Details
Complete the property, legal description, parcel, permit, grantor, and date information requested on the form.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary for the acknowledgment.
- 4
Sign on Video
Appear on video, sign as directed, and acknowledge your signature to the notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Follow the City of Des Moines’ instructions for submitting the notarized declaration and any recording requirements.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Des Moines. 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 get this stormwater covenant notarized online?
- Complete the form, then book with a commissioned online notary. Sign and acknowledge it during your video session, and follow the city’s instructions for submitting the signed declaration.
- Do I need to sign this form in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form has an acknowledgment block stating that the grantor personally appeared before a notary and acknowledged signing the declaration as a free and voluntary act.
- Can I use online notarization for this form?
- Washington authorizes its notaries to perform remote online notarizations under RCW 42.45.280. The form itself does not state whether the city accepts an online-notarized copy, so confirm with the city or town if unsure.
- Where do I record the signed covenant?
- The form says termination agreements are recorded in King County real property records. Ask the city about this declaration’s submission requirements; documents headed to a county auditor may be e-recorded where supported, usually through a title company.
Declaration of Covenant for Inspection and Maintenance of Stormwater Facilities and BMPs in other Washington cities
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