Piney Point Village, TX · Harris County
Height Certification Form
This form records height measurements for principal and accessory structures for the original engineer or surveyor to sign and date.
What this form is
The Height Certification Form records elevations and structure height above adjacent natural ground for principal and accessory structures. It guides the user through determining the top-of-slab elevation, measuring from the slab to the highest roof peak, and calculating the structure height. It also asks for the property address, lot, block, section, subdivision, project benchmark location, and the original engineer or surveyor’s signature and date.
Who needs it
The original engineer or surveyor completes and signs the form to certify measurements for a principal or accessory structure.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This form is signed without a notary; the original engineer or surveyor signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
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Download the Form
Download the Height Certification Form PDF.
- 2
Complete the Measurements
Use the form’s steps to record the benchmark, elevations, and structure height, and fill in the property details.
- 3
Gather Attachments
The form does not list any attachments.
- 4
Sign and Date
Have the original engineer or surveyor sign and date the form.
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Submit to the City
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Height Certification Form record?
- It records elevations and height above adjacent natural ground for principal and accessory structures, along with property details and the project benchmark location.
- Who signs the Height Certification Form?
- The form calls for the original engineer or surveyor to provide a signature and date.
- Do I need a notary for the Height Certification Form?
- No. This form has no notary block; the original engineer or surveyor signs and dates it.
- How do I submit the Height Certification Form?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Need something notarized?
This Height Certification Form doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.