Stevenson, WA · Skamania County
Short Plat Application
The Short Plat Application is for applicants proposing to divide land into four or fewer lots in Stevenson; all property owners must provide notarized signatures with the 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
Use this two-page application to provide contact and property information for a proposed short plat, including the parcel number, proposed lot count, water and sewage sources, and intended use. The City requires a completed application, notarized signatures from all property owners, and the listed supporting materials. Applications are subject to administrative review, and the form says incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Who needs it
Applicants proposing to divide land into four or fewer lots in Stevenson must submit this application with the required information and notarized signatures from all property owners.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes a personal-appearance notary acknowledgment block; each property owner whose signature is submitted with the application must sign before a notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Get the Short Plat Application from the City of Stevenson.
- 2
Complete The Form
Enter applicant and property details, proposed lot information, and other requested items. Gather the required supporting materials.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange a session with a commissioned online notary for each property owner who must provide a notarized signature.
- 4
Sign On Video
Each property owner signs before the notary during the remote video session and completes the acknowledgment process.
- 5
Submit To The City
Submit the completed application and required materials to City Hall at the address shown on the form.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Stevenson. 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 notarized signatures?
- Each property owner signs before a notary in the acknowledgment section. Complete the application and gather the required materials before submitting it to the City.
- Do I need every property owner to sign before a notary?
- Yes. The application lists notarized signatures of all property owners as a submittal requirement and says to attach additional pages and signatures if needed.
- Can I use a commissioned online notary?
- Washington law authorizes remote online notarization by Washington notaries under RCW 42.45.280. The form does not address remote notarization; confirm with the city or town if unsure.
- What should I submit with the application?
- The form lists the application fee, preapplication meeting documentation, a short plat certificate or subdivision guarantee, the proposed plat map, and applicable permits, plans, and supplemental information.
Short Plat Application in other Washington cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.