Issaquah, WA · King County
Covenant to Maintain Owner Occupancy
This covenant records the owner-occupancy conditions for an accessory dwelling unit and is filed by the property owner as part of the City of Issaquah’s ADU approval process.
- 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 covenant binds current and future property owners to occupancy and use conditions for an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), including living in either the main home or ADU for more than six months each calendar year. Issaquah requires the covenant to be recorded when approving an ADU. It also describes what happens if the owners cannot meet the occupancy condition, and requires notice to prospective purchasers.
Who needs it
Property owners applying for approval to establish an accessory dwelling unit on property within the City of Issaquah need to complete this covenant.
Why it needs a notary
Each owner signs before a notary and completes the separate acknowledgment block, which certifies the signer’s identity and acknowledgment of the instrument.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Covenant
Download the City of Issaquah’s Covenant to Maintain Owner Occupancy and review its terms.
- 2
Complete the Form
Enter the owner and property details, and attach the legal description as Attachment A.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange an online notarization for each owner who must sign the covenant.
- 4
Sign on Video
Each owner signs during the video session and completes the acknowledgment with the notary.
- 5
Submit for Recording
Submit the completed covenant for recording and follow the form’s instructions to return it to the Issaquah Permit Center.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Issaquah. 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 owner-occupancy covenant?
- Fill in the property and owner details, attach the legal description, and have each owner sign before a notary. Submit the completed document for recording as directed by the city.
- Do I need to notarize this covenant?
- Yes. The form includes a separate acknowledgment block for each owner, and each owner’s signature must be acknowledged before a notary.
- Can I sign this form with a commissioned online notary?
- Washington authorizes its notaries to perform remote online notarizations. A commissioned online notary can notarize your signature by video; confirm the city’s submission and recording requirements before proceeding.
- How is the signed covenant recorded?
- The form directs the completed document to be recorded and returned to the Issaquah Permit Center. County auditor documents may be e-recorded where supported, usually through a title company; confirm with the city or town if unsure.