What does the Right-of-Way Abandonment Application request?

It asks the City of Brenham to release and vacate an alley, street, or easement, as further described in attached field notes.

What materials does the application checklist require?

The checklist lists the $150 application fee, a letter to City Council explaining the request, surveys, field notes, and a completed, signed application.

Do I need a notary for the Right-of-Way Abandonment Application?

No. The applicant signs and dates the application; no listed attachment is identified as requiring notarization or a sworn statement.

Brenham, TX · Washington County

No notary required

Right-of-Way Abandonment Application

This application lets property owners request that the City of Brenham release and vacate an alley, street, or easement.

What this form is

The City of Brenham's Development Services Department application is for requesting release and vacation of an alley, street, or easement. It asks for applicant and agent or engineer contact details, adjacent property information, and the requested location. The application requires a $150 fee and lists supporting materials, including a cover letter to City Council, surveys, and field notes.

Who needs it

Property owners requesting that the City of Brenham release and vacate an alley, street, or easement should complete and sign this application.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This application is signed without a notary; the applicant signs and dates it, and no listed attachment is identified as requiring notarization or a sworn statement.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Right-of-Way Abandonment Application.
2
Complete And Sign
Provide applicant and agent or engineer details, adjacent property information, and the requested location; sign the application.
3
Gather The Listed Materials
Prepare the $150 application fee, City Council letter, surveys, and field notes listed in the checklist.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the completed application and supporting materials to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Right-of-Way Abandonment Application request?: It asks the City of Brenham to release and vacate an alley, street, or easement, as further described in attached field notes.
What materials does the application checklist require?: The checklist lists the $150 application fee, a letter to City Council explaining the request, surveys, field notes, and a completed, signed application.
Do I need a notary for the Right-of-Way Abandonment Application?: No. The applicant signs and dates the application; no listed attachment is identified as requiring notarization or a sworn statement.
How do I submit the Right-of-Way Abandonment Application?: Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

This Right-of-Way Abandonment Application doesn’t need a notary — but Texas residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.