Port Arthur, TX · Jefferson County
Excavation Permit Application
This application requests a City of Port Arthur excavation permit and is completed by the property owner or an authorized agent seeking approval for proposed excavation work.
- 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
The application records property owner and contractor information, the excavation location, maximum depth, acreage, and estimated work period. It states that a list of nearby property owners, a fee if applicable, and sketches must be attached, and that the applicant will comply with stated ordinance provisions and city conditions. The city uses the packet to review the excavation permit request.
Who needs it
A property owner or authorized agent seeking a City of Port Arthur permit for excavation at a described location needs to complete this application.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes an acknowledgment stating that all signatures must be notarized; the property owner and, if applicable, authorized agent sign before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Packet
Get the excavation permit application packet from the City of Port Arthur.
- 2
Fill Out The Application
Enter the requested owner, agent, contractor, and excavation details, and prepare the attachments listed in the packet.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary for the signatures requiring notarization.
- 4
Sign On Video
Sign the application during the online notary session and complete the acknowledgment.
- 5
Submit To The City
Send the completed application and attachments to the City of Port Arthur Planning Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Port Arthur. 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
- How do I apply for an excavation permit?
- Complete the application with the requested owner, contractor, and excavation details. Attach the nearby property owner list and location sketches described in the packet, arrange notarization of all signatures, and submit it to the city.
- Do I need to notarize every signature?
- The application states that all signatures must be notarized and includes an acknowledgment. The owner signs, and an authorized agent signs if one is representing the owner.
- Can I sign this application with an online notary?
- Texas has authorized remote online notarization since 2018 under Government Code Chapter 406, Subchapter C. Check with the city about its submission requirements; confirm with the city if unsure.
- What documents and fee does the packet mention?
- The application calls for a list of property owners within 100 feet and accurate sketches showing the excavation location and dimensions. It lists a $250 fee, if applicable.