Fife, WA · Pierce County
Statutory Warranty Deed
This statutory warranty deed conveys described real property to the City of Fife for public use, and grantors complete it when conveying property to the city as a condition of development.
- 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
This deed transfers the described property to the City of Fife for public use, with the grantors conveying and warranting the property in exchange for consideration. The form identifies the grantors, the city as grantee, the legal description and tax parcel number, and includes signature and notary sections. The form states that the conveyance is a condition of development; it is intended for use when property is conveyed to the city for that purpose.
Who needs it
Grantors conveying real property to the City of Fife for public use as a condition of development should complete and sign this deed.
Why it needs a notary
The form carries an acknowledgment block stating that the signer appeared before the notary and acknowledged signing the deed as a free and voluntary act.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Deed
Download the City of Fife Statutory Warranty Deed form.
- 2
Fill In Grantor and Property Details
Complete the grantor, legal description, parcel number, consideration, and date fields.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a session with a commissioned online notary for the acknowledgment.
- 4
Sign on Video
Appear by video and sign when directed by the notary.
- 5
Submit the Deed
Submit the completed deed for recording and return it to Fife Public Works as directed on the form.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Fife. 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 and notarize this deed?
- Enter the grantor and property details, then book a commissioned online notary. Sign during the video session when directed, and submit the completed deed for recording and return to Fife Public Works.
- Do I need to sign the deed before a notary?
- Yes. The form includes an acknowledgment for a grantor to appear before a notary and acknowledge signing the deed as a free and voluntary act.
- Can I use online notarization for this Washington deed?
- Washington authorizes its notaries to perform remote online notarizations under RCW 42.45.280. Confirm with the City of Fife if unsure whether it will accept your notarized deed.
- Where should the recorded deed be returned?
- The form directs that, after recording, the deed be returned to City of Fife Public Works at 5411 23rd St. East, Fife, WA 98424. County auditor recording may be available through e-recording where supported, usually via a title company.
Other forms in Fife
Statutory Warranty Deed in other Washington cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.