San Marcos, TX · Hays County

No notary required

Change in Nonconforming Status Application

Property owners or their applicants use this application to request a change in a property’s nonconforming use or structure status.

What this form is

This application requests a change in the nonconforming status of a property’s use or structure. It asks for applicant and owner contact details, property information, the type of change requested, and an explanation. The checklist requests a site plan where appropriate, supporting statements or exhibits, sign-related acknowledgments, and owner authorization if someone else applies.

Who needs it

A property owner or applicant seeking a change in the nonconforming status of a property’s use or structure needs this application.

How to submit it

Apply online at MGOCONNECT.ORG. The form lists Planning & Development Services at 630 East Hopkins, San Marcos, Texas 78666.

About notarization

This application is submitted without a notary; the text identifies no notarized or sworn attachment, and digital submission authorizes processing.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download the Application

    Download the Change in Nonconforming Status Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete the Application

    Provide applicant and owner contact information, property details, the requested change, and an explanation.

  3. 3

    Gather Supporting Items

    Review the checklist for a site plan, supporting statements or exhibits, sign-related acknowledgments, and owner authorization if needed.

  4. 4

    Submit to the City

    Apply online at MGOCONNECT.ORG.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Change in Nonconforming Status Application request?
It requests a change in a property's nonconforming use or structure status and collects applicant, owner, property, and request details.
What supporting items does the checklist request?
The checklist requests a pre-development meeting unless waived, a site plan where appropriate, supporting statements or exhibits, sign-related acknowledgments, and owner authorization if the applicant is not the owner.
Do I need a notary for this application?
No. The application has no notary block and identifies no notarized or sworn attachment; its text says digital submission authorizes processing.
How do I submit the application?
Apply online at MGOCONNECT.ORG, as directed on the application. The form lists Planning & Development Services at 630 East Hopkins in San Marcos.

Need something notarized?

This Change in Nonconforming Status Application doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.