Burleson, TX · Johnson County
Lot Grading Inspection Certificate
This certificate documents a licensed engineer’s or surveyor’s confirmation that a residential or commercial lot’s final grading generally conforms to the accepted grading plan.
What this form is
Burleson requires a licensed engineer or surveyor to complete and seal this certificate to confirm that a developed residential or commercial lot generally conforms to its accepted grading and drainage plan. The form asks for the project address, building permit number, legal description, certification details, and professional and firm contact information. If grading differs from the accepted plan, the notice calls for an engineer-signed and sealed revised plan.
Who needs it
A licensed engineer or surveyor completing a lot grading inspection confirmation for a residential or commercial development in Burleson needs this certificate.
How to submit it
Provide the certificate and any required revised grading plan at the time of final inspection. The notice lists Development Services at (817) 426-9611 and Building Inspections at (817) 426-9630 for further information.
About notarization
This certificate has no notary block; the licensed engineer or surveyor completes and seals it, and the notice specifies no notarized attachment or sworn step.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Certificate
Download the Lot Grading Inspection Certificate PDF.
- 2
Complete The Form
Have a licensed engineer or surveyor enter the project details, complete the grading certification, and seal the certificate.
- 3
Gather Any Required Plan
If grading differs from the city-accepted plan, include a revised grading plan signed and sealed by a licensed engineer.
- 4
Provide It At Final Inspection
Provide the certificate and any required plan at the time of final inspection.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Lot Grading Inspection Certificate confirm?
- It records a licensed engineer’s or surveyor’s confirmation that final grading generally conforms to the accepted grading plan and addresses drainage away from the foundation.
- Who completes the certificate?
- A licensed engineer or surveyor completes and seals the certificate after visiting the project site and checking the final grading against the accepted plan.
- Do I need a notary for the Lot Grading Inspection Certificate?
- No. The certificate has no notary block. The licensed engineer or surveyor completes and seals it; the notice specifies no notarized attachment or sworn step.
- How do I submit the Lot Grading Inspection Certificate?
- Provide the completed certificate and any required revised grading plan at the time of final inspection. The notice lists city department phone numbers for further information.
Need something notarized?
This Lot Grading Inspection Certificate doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.