Do I need a notary for the Voluntary Annexation Application?

The application signature itself is not notarized. The checklist does require a notarized statement attesting to land ownership, and may require notarized lienholder consent or owner authorization.

What documents must accompany the application?

The checklist includes a summary letter, original property tax certificate, deed, notarized ownership statement, survey and property map. Some applicants must also provide notarized lienholder consent or owner authorization.

Is there a sign deposit or posting requirement?

The applicant must obtain a notification sign from the Planning Department with a refundable $20 deposit and post it in the property’s front yard within seven days after submitting the application.

Whitehouse, TX · Smith County

No notary required

Voluntary Annexation Application

Property owners or their authorized agents use this application to request voluntary annexation of property into the City of Whitehouse.

What this form is

This application requests voluntary annexation and collects property details, proposed zoning and use, and applicant and owner contact information. Submit a complete application and related documents to begin the city’s review; the process normally takes 60 days. The applicant must also obtain and post the city-provided notification sign within seven days of submission, with a refundable $20 deposit.

Who needs it

A property owner seeking voluntary annexation, or an authorized agent applying on the owner’s behalf, should complete this application.

How to submit it

File the complete application and related documents at City Hall, 101 A Bascom Road, Whitehouse, TX 75791. The form lists (903) 510-7516 and [email protected].

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; however, the checklist requires notarized ownership statements and, when applicable, lienholder consent or owner authorization.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Voluntary Annexation Application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Provide the property details, proposed use and zoning, and applicant and owner contact information.
3
Gather Required Documents
Use the checklist to assemble the required records, maps, survey, and any applicable notarized statements or consents.
4
Submit To The City
File the complete application and related documents at City Hall, 101 A Bascom Road, Whitehouse, TX 75791.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Voluntary Annexation Application?: The application signature itself is not notarized. The checklist does require a notarized statement attesting to land ownership, and may require notarized lienholder consent or owner authorization.
How do I submit the Voluntary Annexation Application?: File the complete application and related documents at City Hall, 101 A Bascom Road, Whitehouse, TX 75791.
What documents must accompany the application?: The checklist includes a summary letter, original property tax certificate, deed, notarized ownership statement, survey and property map. Some applicants must also provide notarized lienholder consent or owner authorization.
Is there a sign deposit or posting requirement?: The applicant must obtain a notification sign from the Planning Department with a refundable $20 deposit and post it in the property’s front yard within seven days after submitting the application.

Need something notarized?

This Voluntary Annexation Application doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.