What does the Low Impact Exception Application ask for?

It asks for contractor, contact, and project information, a signed confirmation about tree damage, and a site plan showing all trees on the property.

What must accompany the application?

Attach the proposed site plan showing all trees on the property. The form says the plan must be no larger than 11 by 17 inches.

Do I need a notary for the Building–Low Impact Exception Application?

No. The application calls for a signature and date, not notarization; attach the proposed site plan showing all trees on the property.

West University Place, TX · Harris County

No notary required

Building–Low Impact Exception Application

Contractors use this application to provide project details and confirm proposed work will not damage large trees on or adjoining the property.

What this form is

This application records contractor and contact information, the project address, and the type of work for a building low-impact exception. It asks the signer to confirm that the work will not damage large trees on the property or adjoining property and requires a proposed site plan showing all trees on the property, no larger than 11 by 17 inches.

Who needs it

Contractors with proposed building work covered by a low-impact exception use this application to provide project details and the required site plan.

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 application is signed and dated without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it, and the site plan is an attachment.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Building–Low Impact Exception Application.
2
Complete The Application
Fill in the contractor, contact person, and project information, then sign and date the application.
3
Attach The Site Plan
Include the proposed site plan showing all trees on the property. The plan must be no larger than 11 by 17 inches.
4
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 Low Impact Exception Application ask for?: It asks for contractor, contact, and project information, a signed confirmation about tree damage, and a site plan showing all trees on the property.
What must accompany the application?: Attach the proposed site plan showing all trees on the property. The form says the plan must be no larger than 11 by 17 inches.
How do I submit the Building–Low Impact Exception Application?: Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Do I need a notary for the Building–Low Impact Exception Application?: No. The application calls for a signature and date, not notarization; attach the proposed site plan showing all trees on the property.

Need something notarized?

This Building–Low Impact Exception Application doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.