Stafford, TX · Fort Bend County
Rezoning Application
The property owner's request to the City of Stafford to change the zoning classification of a parcel of land.
- 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
Owners seeking to change the zoning district of their property in Stafford must submit this rezoning application to the Planning & Zoning Division. The owner's certification on the application requires a notarized signature acknowledging authorization to request the change under Local Government Code chapter 211.
Who needs it
Property owners or their authorized agents applying to rezone a parcel within the City of Stafford.
Why it needs a notary
The application's owner certification page must be signed and acknowledged before a notary, with the notary's commission expiration recorded.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Rezoning Application from Stafford's Planning & Zoning page.
- 2
Fill Out the Application
Provide property details and the requested zoning classification.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the owner certification before your commissioned online notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
File the notarized application with Stafford Planning & Zoning.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Stafford. 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 notarize a Stafford rezoning application?
- Fill in the application, then sign the owner certification before a commissioned online notary before submitting it to Planning & Zoning.
- Do I need a notary for a rezoning request?
- Yes, the owner's certification must be signed and acknowledged before a notary public.
- How long does notarizing a rezoning application take?
- Typically about 15 minutes with a commissioned online notary.
- Can I use remote online notarization for this?
- Texas authorizes remote online notarization; check with the city if unsure whether they accept it.