Leander, TX · Williamson County
Homestead Affidavit
A sworn statement a homeowner files with Leander to pull their own plumbing, electrical, mechanical, or irrigation permit without hiring a licensed contractor.
- 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
Homeowners who want to do their own plumbing, electrical, mechanical, or irrigation work on their homestead in Leander must file this Homestead Affidavit with the Building Official. The affidavit swears the property is the applicant's homestead, that the applicant will perform the work personally, and that any future buyer will be told the work was owner-performed rather than done by a licensed contractor.
Who needs it
A homeowner in Leander who wants to pull their own permit and perform plumbing, electrical, mechanical, or irrigation work on their homestead.
Why it needs a notary
The affidavit's jurat requires the homeowner to swear or affirm under oath before a notary that the property is their homestead and that they will perform the work themselves.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Homestead Affidavit from Leander's Forms, Permits & Applications page.
- 2
Fill It Out
Check the trade box, enter the property address, and complete the owner information.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a Rush Notary video session with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Join the video call, verify your identity, and sign the affidavit while the notary watches and notarizes it.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the notarized affidavit with your proof of homestead exemption to Leander's Development Services Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Leander. 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 notarize a Leander Homestead Affidavit?
- Download the Homestead Affidavit, check the trade box for your project, then sign it before a commissioned online notary via video before submitting your permit.
- Do I need a notary for a Homestead Affidavit?
- Yes, the affidavit's jurat requires you to swear or affirm before a notary that the property is your homestead and you will do the work yourself.
- Who can sign a Leander Homestead Affidavit?
- Only the property owner who will personally perform the plumbing, electrical, mechanical, or irrigation work may sign.
- Can I notarize a Homestead Affidavit online?
- Yes, Texas has authorized remote online notarization since 2018, so a commissioned online notary can witness your signature by video.
- What if Leander requires proof of homestead exemption too?
- Check with the city if unsure, since the affidavit must be presented along with proof of your homestead exemption from the county appraisal district.