Do I need a notary for the Accessory Building Permit?

No. This application has an applicant signature and date line but no notary block; the applicant signs and dates it.

What materials must accompany the application?

The handout lists a building permit application, two copies of a property survey or aerial view showing the proposed location and setbacks, and a drawing or photo of the structure and materials. It also requires a site plan or aerial view indicating structures and distances.

Which accessory buildings require a permit?

The handout says a permit is required for all accessory buildings except those with less than 120 square feet of floor area.

Wilmer, TX · Dallas County

No notary required

Accessory Building Permit

Wilmer property owners and contractors use this application to request a permit for an accessory building and provide project and property details.

What this form is

The city requires a permit for accessory buildings, except those with less than 120 square feet of floor area. The application asks for the building type, dimensions, height, value, setbacks, construction details, floodplain information, and owner and contractor contacts. Applicants must include a site plan or aerial view and the listed supporting materials for review.

Who needs it

Property owners or their authorized agents seeking a permit for an accessory building in Wilmer must complete this application.

How to submit it

Submit the application and required materials to the Community Service Department at 128 N. Dallas Ave., Wilmer, TX 75172. The permit fee is subject to the city’s current Master Fee Schedule.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the applicant signs and dates the permit application.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Accessory Building Permit PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Provide the building, property, setback, construction, floodplain, owner, and contractor information requested.
3
Gather Required Materials
Include the required survey or aerial view, structure drawing or photo, and site plan showing structures and distances.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the application and materials to the Community Service Department at 128 N. Dallas Ave., Wilmer, TX 75172.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Accessory Building Permit?: No. This application has an applicant signature and date line but no notary block; the applicant signs and dates it.
How do I submit the Accessory Building Permit?: Submit the completed application and required materials to the Community Service Department at 128 N. Dallas Ave., Wilmer, TX 75172.
What materials must accompany the application?: The handout lists a building permit application, two copies of a property survey or aerial view showing the proposed location and setbacks, and a drawing or photo of the structure and materials. It also requires a site plan or aerial view indicating structures and distances.
Which accessory buildings require a permit?: The handout says a permit is required for all accessory buildings except those with less than 120 square feet of floor area.

Need something notarized?

This Accessory Building Permit doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.