Forest Hill, TX · Tarrant County
Short Term Rental Permit Application Packet
A property owner's application to operate a short-term rental in Forest Hill, including a notarized owner affidavit filed alongside the Hotel Occupancy Tax registration.
- 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
Owners who want to list a property as a short-term rental in Forest Hill must submit this permit packet, which bundles the rental permit request with Hotel Occupancy Tax registration. Included is a Short Term Rental Owner Affidavit certifying sole ownership, which must be signed and acknowledged before a notary before the city will issue a permit.
Who needs it
Property owners applying to operate a short-term rental (Airbnb, VRBO, or similar) within Forest Hill city limits.
Why it needs a notary
The Owner Affidavit must be signed and acknowledged before a notary under a full Texas jurat as part of the short-term rental permit submission.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Download the Short Term Rental Permit Application Packet from Forest Hill's Permits & Applications page.
- 2
Complete the Packet
Fill out the rental listing, host, and Hotel Occupancy Tax registration information.
- 3
Book Online Notarization
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary through Rush Notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the Owner Affidavit before the notary during your video session.
- 5
Submit to the City
Deliver the notarized packet to Forest Hill for permit review and approval.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Forest Hill. 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 a notary to get a short-term rental permit in Forest Hill?
- Yes. The Owner Affidavit in the permit packet must be signed before a notary under a Texas jurat before Forest Hill will approve the permit.
- How do I notarize the Owner Affidavit online?
- Schedule a remote online notarization session, upload the completed affidavit, and sign it in front of a commissioned online notary.
- What else is included in this packet besides the affidavit?
- The packet also covers the Hotel Occupancy Tax registration and property information for the rental listing.
- Should I confirm requirements with the city first?
- Yes, check with Forest Hill if unsure whether your property or rental arrangement qualifies before submitting.