Joplin, MO · Jasper County
Voluntary Annexation Corporation Petition
This packet combines a corporate petition and application for voluntary annexation, for property owners seeking to bring land within Joplin’s city boundaries.
- 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
Joplin’s packet explains the voluntary annexation process and includes a corporate petition, property information forms, and a checklist. The city requires the petition to be signed by all owners of record with fee interests in the property, notarized, and filed with the City Attorney for verification. Attach a legal description of the property boundary; the packet also says the required annexation information form must accompany the petition.
Who needs it
Corporations that own property seeking voluntary annexation into Joplin must complete the petition and property information forms and submit them to the City Attorney.
Why it needs a notary
The packet includes a corporate acknowledgment block; the appearing corporate representative signs before a notary, who completes the acknowledgment and commission-expiration fields.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Packet
Download Joplin’s voluntary annexation packet and review its checklist and application instructions.
- 2
Complete The Forms
Fill in the corporate petition and property information forms, and attach the legal description of the property boundary.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange a remote notarization for the corporate acknowledgment and confirm the representative’s signing authority.
- 4
Sign On Video
The corporate representative appears before the commissioned online notary and signs as directed during the session.
- 5
Submit To The City
File the notarized petition and required information form with the Office of the Joplin City Attorney for verification.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Joplin. 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 voluntary annexation petition?
- The packet directs you to file the petition with the Office of the City Attorney for verification. Attach the property’s legal description and submit the required voluntary annexation information form with the petition.
- Do I need to notarize the corporate petition?
- Yes. The packet says all signatures must be notarized and includes a corporate acknowledgment block for the appearing representative. Confirm who is authorized to sign for the corporation before completing the form.
- Can I sign this petition with an online notary?
- Missouri authorizes remote online notarization for its own notaries under RSMo §486.1100 to §486.1205. A commissioned online notary can notarize the acknowledgment by video; confirm the city will accept the completed notarized document.
- What property information does the application request?
- The packet asks for owner and property details, residential and commercial information, utility providers, and information about businesses and living units. Complete a form for each parcel requested for annexation.
- Who can answer questions about Joplin's annexation process?
- The packet directs applicants to contact Joplin’s Planning Division by phone at 417-624-0820, extension 1511, or by email at [email protected]. Confirm with the city or town if unsure.