Dripping Springs, TX · Hays County
Disaster Fee Reduction/Waiver Request Form
Property owners use this form to request reduced or waived building permit fees for damage caused by a natural disaster or emergency.
What this form is
This form lets a property owner request reduced or waived building permit fees due to an emergency or disaster. It asks for the property owner’s contact details, project type, damage date, and a description of the damage; the signer affirms the damage was caused by a covered disaster or emergency. City staff record the decision and any approval amount.
Who needs it
A property owner seeking reduced or waived residential or commercial building permit fees due to disaster or emergency damage should complete this request.
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 request is signed and dated without a notary; the signer affirms the damage was caused by a covered disaster or emergency.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Form
Download the Disaster Fee Reduction/Waiver Request Form.
- 2
Complete The Request
Enter the property owner’s contact details, project type, damage date, and description of disaster or emergency damage.
- 3
Gather Supporting Information
Attach the policy referenced in the affirmation and include photos or additional information about the damage if available.
- 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 Disaster Fee Reduction/Waiver Request Form do?
- It lets a property owner request reduced or waived building permit fees for damage caused by a natural disaster or emergency.
- Who completes this request form?
- The property owner provides contact details, selects a residential or commercial building permit project, gives the damage date, and describes the damage.
- Do I need a notary for this request?
- No. The form is signed and dated without a notary; the signer affirms the damage was caused by a covered disaster or emergency.
- How do I submit the request?
- The form lists city contact information but does not give submission instructions. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Need something notarized?
This Disaster Fee Reduction/Waiver Request Form doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.