Bayside, TX · Refugio County
Special Use Permit Application for Accessory Guest Dwelling Unit
This application requests a special use permit for an accessory guest dwelling unit and is filed by property owners seeking approval to place such a unit on their Bayside property.
- 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 owner, property, project, and building details and sets out conditions for an accessory guest dwelling, including occupancy, utility, and lot requirements. Property owners use it to request the Town of Bayside’s special use permit; the form also authorizes inspections, requires proof of ownership, and states that the application must be filed as a deed restriction.
Who needs it
Property owners seeking a Town of Bayside special use permit for an accessory guest dwelling unit on their residential property need to complete this application.
Why it needs a notary
The form carries a jurat stating it was sworn to and subscribed before a notary; each property owner signing the application must sign before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the Special Use Permit Application for Accessory Guest Dwelling Unit from the Town of Bayside.
- 2
Fill Out the Form
Enter the owner, property, and project details and review the conditions. Gather one of the listed proof-of-ownership documents.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary for the application’s sworn statement.
- 4
Sign on Video
Show identification and sign the application during the notary’s video session when instructed.
- 5
Submit to the Town
Submit the notarized application and proof of ownership to the Town of Bayside, following its filing instructions.
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 this application notarized online?
- Complete the application, then book a session with a commissioned online notary. Sign during the video session when instructed and submit the notarized application and proof of ownership to the Town.
- Do I need to sign the application in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form states that the application is sworn to and subscribed before a notary, so the property owner signing should wait to sign until the notary directs them.
- Can I use an online notary for this form?
- Texas has authorized remote online notarization since 2018 under Government Code Chapter 406, Subchapter C. The form itself does not specify an online notarization method; confirm with the city if unsure.
- What else must I provide with the application?
- The form requests proof of ownership, such as a tax statement, assessment notice, deed, or title insurance commitment. It lists a $50 fee and says the fee is nonrefundable.