Zionsville, IN · Boone County
Petition for Vacation of a Public Way or Public Place
This petition asks the Zionsville Town Council to vacate a public street or alley right-of-way, easement, or other public place, and is filed by an eligible adjoining property owner.
- 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 packet to ask the Town Council to vacate a public way or public place, including a street or alley right-of-way or easement. The form says the applicant must own property adjoining the area, and other adjoining owners must provide written consent. Submit a complete packet electronically at least 31 days before a scheduled regular council meeting; the packet also calls for three sets of supporting materials and a notarized petition.
Who needs it
A property owner whose parcel adjoins the area proposed for vacation files the petition; other adjoining property owners must provide written consent if they are not co-petitioners.
Why it needs a notary
The petition’s sworn statement is subscribed and sworn before a notary; the property owner, petitioner, or their attorney signs, and separate consent and notice affidavit blocks also require notarization.
How to get this notarized
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Download the Petition
Get the Town Council vacation petition packet from the Town of Zionsville.
- 2
Complete the Application
Describe the area and request, provide petitioner details, and gather the required supporting materials and adjoining-owner consents.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a session with a commissioned online notary before signing the sworn statement.
- 4
Sign on Video
Show identification and sign the applicable notarized block during the online video session.
- 5
Submit to the Town
Submit the complete packet electronically to the Town, following its timing and supporting-copy requirements.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Zionsville. 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 the petition notarized online?
- Complete the form but wait to sign. Book a session with a commissioned online notary, show identification, and sign the sworn petition during the video session.
- Do I need to submit supporting documents with the petition?
- Yes. The packet lists a survey and legal description, proof of ownership, an adjoining-owner list and consent forms where required, and any proposed statement of commitments. It also calls for three sets of supporting materials.
- Who must sign before a notary?
- The petitioner, property owner, or their attorney signs the petition’s sworn statement before a notary. The packet also contains notarized blocks for adjoining-owner consent and an affidavit of notice, when applicable.
- How do I file the completed vacation petition?
- The packet says to submit a complete petition electronically to the Town at least 31 days before a scheduled regular Town Council meeting. Confirm the Town’s current filing instructions and requirements; confirm with the city or town if unsure.
- Can I use an online notary for this Indiana form?
- Indiana authorizes remote online notarization by a notary public with a remote notary public endorsement. A commissioned online notary can guide you through signing the sworn statement by video.
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