Alton, TX · Hidalgo County
Zoning Board of Adjustment Variance Request
A property owner's sworn request asking Alton's Zoning Board of Adjustment to authorize a variance from the city's zoning code, filed with a notarized acknowledgment.
- 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
Property owners who cannot meet a zoning setback, use, or development standard file this request with the City of Alton Zoning Board of Adjustment, a citizen board whose decisions on variances and special exceptions are final under Texas Local Government Code §211.009. The applicant must state the hardship justifying the variance, and both the applicant and the property owner sign under a notarial acknowledgment before the board will hear the case.
Who needs it
Alton property owners or their authorized agents seeking a variance from a zoning setback or development standard for their land.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes two full notarial acknowledgment blocks — for the applicant and the owner — each requiring appearance before a notary public who certifies the signer's identity and voluntary execution.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the official Zoning Board of Adjustment Variance Request PDF from the City of Alton.
- 2
Fill Out the Application
Complete the property details, hardship statement, and requested variance sections.
- 3
Book an Online Notary Session
Schedule a video session with a commissioned online notary at a time that works for you.
- 4
Sign and Get Notarized on Video
Verify your ID and sign the acknowledgment live in front of the online notary.
- 5
Submit to the City of Alton
File the completed, notarized form with Alton's Planning Department along with the required survey and fee.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Alton. 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
- Do I need this form notarized to request a variance in Alton?
- Yes. The City of Alton's Zoning Code Variance Request includes a notarial acknowledgment block for both the applicant and the property owner that must be completed before the Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear the case.
- How do I get my Alton variance request notarized online?
- Upload your completed form, verify your ID, and connect with a commissioned online notary over live video to sign and have your acknowledgment notarized in one session.
- Who can sign the Alton zoning variance acknowledgment?
- Both the applicant and the property owner, if different, must sign before a notary; each signer needs valid photo ID for the online notarization session.
- What if my document requirements differ from what's listed here?
- City form requirements can change; check with the City of Alton Planning Department if unsure before submitting your notarized application.
- Can I use an online notary even though the form is filed with a Texas city?
- Yes. Texas has authorized remote online notarization since 2018, and Texas law also recognizes acknowledgments taken by a commissioned online notary of another state.