Lake Dallas, TX · Denton County
Zoning Application
The City of Lake Dallas zoning application lets property owners or their representatives request zoning changes, permits, variances, waivers, or right-of-way and easement vacations.
- 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 application to describe the property, current and proposed zoning, and the requested action, such as a zoning change, specific use permit, variance, special waiver, or easement vacation. The city requires applicants to provide supporting materials based on the request; these may include a legal description, survey, site plan, owner authorization, or other listed documents. Public hearings and notices may also be part of the review process.
Who needs it
Property owners or authorized representatives seeking a zoning change, permit, variance, waiver, exception, or right-of-way or easement vacation in Lake Dallas need this application.
Why it needs a notary
The form has a notary signature block without a stated jurat or acknowledgment; the property owner signs the certification authorizing a representative before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the Lake Dallas zoning application and review the instructions for the type of request you are making.
- 2
Complete the Form
Enter property, applicant, and owner details, explain the request, and gather the supporting documents listed for your application type.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a commissioned online notary if the owner certification and notary block apply to your submission.
- 4
Sign on Video
The property owner signs the certification in front of the notary during the online video session.
- 5
Submit to the City
Send the completed application and required supporting materials to the City of Lake Dallas.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Lake Dallas. 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 Lake Dallas zoning application?
- Fill in the property, request, applicant, and owner details, then attach supporting materials required for your application type. If an agent applies for the owner, complete the authorization section and have the owner sign the certification before a notary.
- Do I need to have this zoning application notarized?
- The form includes a notary signature block below the property owner's certification for an authorized representative. It does not state whether notarization is required for every application type; confirm with the city if unsure.
- Can I use an online notary for this form?
- Texas has authorized remote online notarization since 2018 under Government Code Chapter 406, Subchapter C, and Texas recognizes acknowledgments taken by notaries of other states. You can book a commissioned online notary to sign with you on video.
- What supporting documents may the city require?
- Requirements depend on the request. The form lists items such as a legal description, survey, site plan, owner authorization, business support letter, or plans; review the instructions for your application type.
Zoning Application in other Denton County cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.