Do I need a notary for the Short-Term Rental Permit Application?

No. The application and designated representative form call for the owner's signature, not a notary. The packet lists proof of homestead and septic or wastewater documentation as supporting materials.

How do I submit the Short-Term Rental Permit Application?

Submit the application online through the portal identified in the packet. The instructions state that the fee is paid at filing and list different amounts for initial and renewal permits.

Who can apply for a West Lake Hills short-term rental permit?

The packet says only a homestead owner may apply. That owner may apply for the homestead or another property they own, and only one permit may be issued per homestead.

What information and supporting materials are needed?

The application asks for owner and property contact details, rental bedrooms and maximum occupancy, and designated representative information. The instructions also list proof of homestead and a current septic license or wastewater connection proof.

West Lake Hills, TX · Travis County

No notary required

Short-Term Rental Special Use Permit Application

West Lake Hills homestead owners use this application packet to request a special use permit for a short-term rental at an eligible property.

What this form is

This packet lets a homestead owner apply for an initial or renewal Short-Term Rental Special Use Permit in West Lake Hills. The application asks for owner and property details, rental bedrooms and occupancy, and a designated representative; the packet also includes a representative form and a guest information sheet. The city lists proof of homestead and current septic or wastewater documentation among the materials needed for review.

Who needs it

A homestead owner seeking an initial or renewal permit for a short-term rental in West Lake Hills needs this application packet.

How to submit it

Submit the application online through the portal listed in the instructions. The packet says the fee is paid at filing: $500 for an initial permit or $300 for a renewal.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the owner signs and dates the application and signs the designated representative form.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application Packet
Download the Short-Term Rental Special Use Permit application packet from this page.
2
Complete The Application
Provide the requested owner, property, rental, occupancy, and designated representative information, then sign the application.
3
Gather Supporting Materials
Have proof of homestead and a current septic license or proof of wastewater connection available for city review.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the application online through the portal listed in the packet and pay the applicable fee at filing.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Short-Term Rental Permit Application?: No. The application and designated representative form call for the owner's signature, not a notary. The packet lists proof of homestead and septic or wastewater documentation as supporting materials.
How do I submit the Short-Term Rental Permit Application?: Submit the application online through the portal identified in the packet. The instructions state that the fee is paid at filing and list different amounts for initial and renewal permits.
Who can apply for a West Lake Hills short-term rental permit?: The packet says only a homestead owner may apply. That owner may apply for the homestead or another property they own, and only one permit may be issued per homestead.
What information and supporting materials are needed?: The application asks for owner and property contact details, rental bedrooms and maximum occupancy, and designated representative information. The instructions also list proof of homestead and a current septic license or wastewater connection proof.

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This Short-Term Rental Special Use Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.