Dickinson, TX · Galveston County
Owner's Affidavit of Utility Disconnection
A short notarized affidavit letting a Dickinson property owner acknowledge that utilities must be disconnected by licensed contractors before demolition or major work begins.
- 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
This one-page affidavit has the legal property owner or their agent certify personal knowledge of the property and acknowledge that electric, gas, and water utilities must be disconnected by qualified licensed contractors before work commences, releasing the City of Dickinson from related liability. The owner's signature is acknowledged before a notary under a State of Texas / County of Galveston jurat.
Who needs it
Property owners or their authorized agents arranging utility disconnection ahead of demolition or construction work in Dickinson.
Why it needs a notary
The signature block is followed by a full acknowledgment jurat requiring a notary's signature, seal, and commission expiration date.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Owner's Affidavit of Utility Disconnection PDF from the City of Dickinson Building Department page.
- 2
Fill It Out
Enter the property address, legal description, and owner information.
- 3
Book Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the affidavit in front of the notary during your video session.
- 5
Submit to the City
Include the notarized affidavit with your demolition or construction permit application.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Dickinson. 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 my Dickinson utility disconnection affidavit notarized?
- Fill in the property and owner details, then book a short remote online notarization session to sign before a commissioned online notary on video.
- Do I need this affidavit notarized before demolition in Dickinson?
- Yes, the owner's signature must be acknowledged before a notary before the city will accept the affidavit as part of the permit file.
- Can an online notary notarize this utility disconnection form?
- Yes, a commissioned online notary can take the acknowledgment remotely; check with the city if unsure whether they will accept a remotely notarized copy.
- Who signs the utility disconnection affidavit?
- The legal property owner or the owner's authorized agent.