Germantown, WI · Washington County
Holding Tank Agreement
This agreement sets out holding tank owners’ responsibilities for maintenance, servicing, and costs; owners submit it for a property in the Village of Germantown that uses a holding tank.
- 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 agreement documents the owner’s obligations for maintaining and servicing a holding tank, including arranging licensed service, submitting required reports, and paying related costs. It also describes how the agreement remains in effect until the property is served by a municipal sewer or a compliant soil absorption system. The form says owners submit the signed agreement to the register of deeds so it can be recorded against the property.
Who needs it
Holding tank owners applying for a sanitary permit or continuing to use a property that requires a holding tank need to complete and submit this agreement.
Why it needs a notary
The form has a subscribed-and-sworn jurat; the owner or owners and municipal official sign before the notary, as indicated by the signature and notarization labels.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Agreement
Get the Holding Tank Agreement from the Village of Germantown.
- 2
Fill In The Form
Complete the property, owner, governmental unit, and agreement details as applicable.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a remote notarization with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign On Video
Sign the agreement during the online notary session and complete the jurat.
- 5
Submit For Recording
Submit the signed agreement to the register of deeds for recording.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Germantown. 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 submit the completed holding tank agreement?
- Sign the agreement as directed, then submit it to the register of deeds for recording. For documents headed to a register of deeds, e-recording may be available through a title company where the county supports it.
- Do I need to sign the agreement in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes a subscribed-and-sworn jurat and indicates that signatures are to be notarized. Ask the Village which signers must appear before the notary if unsure.
- Can I use an online notary for this form?
- Wis. Stat. §140.145 authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary, with exceptions for specified document types. This form is a holding tank agreement; confirm with the city or village if unsure.
- What obligations does the agreement cover?
- It covers holding tank servicing and maintenance, related costs, water meter responsibilities when required, service contracts and reports, and the conditions for ending the agreement.