Bayside, TX · Refugio County
Accessory Apartment Unit Special Use Permit Application
This application requests a special use permit for an accessory apartment and is filed by property owners seeking approval to establish or renew a unit in Bayside.
- 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 collects property, owner, and project details and sets out conditions for an accessory apartment, including owner occupancy, parking, inspections, and compliance with city requirements. The property owner must sign an affidavit affirming that they occupy either the main building or the apartment. The city requires the application for a special use permit; after approval, a building permit is also required before construction.
Who needs it
Property owners seeking a Bayside special use permit for an accessory apartment must complete this application and provide proof of ownership.
Why it needs a notary
The form has a sworn-to-and-subscribed-before-me jurat, which the property owner signs before a notary when affirming the application information.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the Accessory Apartment Unit Special Use Permit Application from the Town of Bayside.
- 2
Fill Out the Form
Enter the property, owner, and project information, review the conditions, and prepare proof of ownership.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary for the owner affidavit.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the affidavit during the notary's video session and complete the sworn statement.
- 5
Submit to the Town
Submit the notarized application, proof of ownership, and applicable fees to the Town of Bayside.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Bayside. 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 get the owner affidavit notarized?
- Complete the application, then book a remote session with a commissioned online notary. Sign the affidavit during the video session and submit the notarized application with proof of ownership.
- Do I need to sign the affidavit in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form says the property owner must sign an affidavit before a notary affirming occupancy of either the main building or the accessory apartment.
- Can I notarize this application online?
- Texas has authorized remote online notarization since 2018. A commissioned online notary can notarize the affidavit in a video session; confirm with the city if unsure whether it accepts an online-notarized form.
- What should I submit with the application?
- The form asks applicants to provide proof of ownership, such as a tax statement, assessment notice, deed, or title insurance commitment. The city also requires applicable permit fees.