Kingsbury, TX · Guadalupe County
Landowner Petition for Release from Extraterritorial Jurisdiction
This petition asks the City of Seguin to release land from its extraterritorial jurisdiction and is signed by landowners who constitute a majority in value of the title holders.
- 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
The petition asks the City of Seguin to release the described land from its extraterritorial jurisdiction. It states that the signers constitute a majority in value of the land’s title holders, based on Guadalupe County Appraisal District tax rolls. A map and a metes-and-bounds description or lot-and-block number for the land must accompany the petition. The document cites Texas Local Government Code §42.102(a) and §42.104(d), and Election Code §227.
Who needs it
Landowners seeking release of land from the City of Seguin’s extraterritorial jurisdiction who constitute a majority in value of the title holders may sign this petition.
Why it needs a notary
The form contains a Texas state jurat stating it was sworn to and subscribed before the notary; the listed petition signers sign before a commissioned online notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Petition
Get the landowner petition form and review its instructions and notary section.
- 2
Fill Out the Petition
Provide the requested signer information and prepare the required map and land description attachment.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote notarization for the petition signers named in the jurat.
- 4
Sign on Video
Appear for the online notarization and swear to and subscribe the petition before the notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the completed petition and its map and land description to the City.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Kingsbury. 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 landowner release petition?
- List the petition signers, provide the requested signatures, and attach a map and land description. Each signer named for the jurat must swear to and subscribe the petition before a notary.
- Do I need to attach a map and land description?
- Yes. The petition says a map must be attached along with a description by metes and bounds or lot and block number.
- Can I sign this petition with an online notary?
- Texas has authorized remote online notarization since 2018 under Government Code Chapter 406, Subchapter C. A commissioned online notary can notarize the sworn signatures remotely; confirm with the city if unsure.
- Who is this petition addressed to?
- The form is addressed to the Mayor and City Council of the City of Seguin, Texas, and asks the City to release the described land from its extraterritorial jurisdiction.