Horseshoe Bay, TX · Llano County
Owner Affidavit (Letter of Authorization)
A notarized letter that a Horseshoe Bay property owner uses to authorize an agent or representative to act on their behalf in real estate and permitting transactions.
- 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 City of Horseshoe Bay's Planning and Zoning Division requires this Letter of Authorization when a property owner wants an agent, contractor, or representative to act on their behalf regarding a specific lot and plat within the city. The letter names the project, lot, and plat number, and must be acknowledged before a notary so the city can confirm it genuinely came from the owner.
Who needs it
Property owners in Horseshoe Bay who authorize an agent or company to handle a real estate or permitting matter for a specific lot on their behalf.
Why it needs a notary
The form's acknowledgment clause requires the owner to appear before a notary who confirms the owner executed the letter for the stated purpose.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Owner Affidavit from the City of Horseshoe Bay Zoning page.
- 2
Fill In Owner and Agent Details
Enter the project, lot, plat number, and the agent you are authorizing.
- 3
Book an Online Notary Session
Schedule a short video call with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the letter while the notary verifies your identity and completes the acknowledgment.
- 5
Submit to the City
Deliver the notarized letter to Horseshoe Bay Planning and Zoning with your application.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Horseshoe Bay. 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?
- Yes — the Owner Affidavit includes a Texas acknowledgment clause that must be completed before a notary for the city to accept it.
- How do I get my owner affidavit notarized online?
- Upload the completed letter, verify your identity, and sign before a commissioned online notary during a short video call.
- Who can I authorize with this letter?
- Any agent, contractor, or representative handling a real estate or permitting matter for your specific lot in Horseshoe Bay.
- Is remote online notarization accepted for Horseshoe Bay filings?
- Texas has authorized remote online notarization since 2018; check with the city if you are unsure whether it will accept it for your filing.