West Lake Hills, TX · Travis County
Power of Attorney for Zoning and Planning / Council Cases
A notarized special power of attorney a property owner signs to let a representative appear before West Lake Hills' Zoning & Planning Commission, City Council, or Board of Adjustment.
- 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
When a property owner cannot personally present a zoning, planning, or Board of Adjustment case, this special power of attorney appoints a representative to act on the owner's behalf. The instrument must be acknowledged before a notary public before the city will treat the representative's statements as binding on the owner.
Who needs it
Property owners who want a representative to appear before West Lake Hills' Zoning & Planning Commission, City Council, or Board of Adjustment need this power of attorney.
Why it needs a notary
The form is a special power of attorney and must be acknowledged before a notary public ('This instrument was acknowledged before me...').
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Power of Attorney form from westlakehills.org.
- 2
Name Your Representative
Fill in your representative's name and the application they will represent.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a video session with Rush Notary at a time that works for you.
- 4
Sign on Video
Meet your commissioned online notary by video and sign the acknowledgment.
- 5
Submit to the City
Deliver the notarized power of attorney with your zoning or planning application.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from West Lake Hills. 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 my West Lake Hills power of attorney notarized?
- Download the form from westlakehills.org, name your representative and the case, then book an online notary session with Rush Notary to sign before a commissioned online notary.
- Do I need a notary for this power of attorney?
- Yes, the instrument must be acknowledged before a notary public before West Lake Hills will treat your representative's statements as binding.
- Can I use an online notary instead of visiting West Lake Hills City Hall?
- Yes, Texas recognizes remote online notarization; check with city staff if you are unsure whether they accept a remotely notarized power of attorney.
- Which boards accept this form?
- The Zoning & Planning Commission, City Council, and Board of Adjustment all accept this power of attorney for a representative to appear on the owner's behalf.