Winnsboro, TX · Wood County
Application for Zoning Change
A sworn petition and application property owners in Winnsboro file to request a change to their property's zoning classification, notarized before submission to City Council.
- 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
Winnsboro's Zoning Change Request Packet includes a Petition for Zoning Change and a Application for Zoning Change that must be sworn and subscribed before a notary public. The applicant, as owner or authorized agent, swears under oath that they have authority over the property and consents to signage being placed on it during the public hearing process, under Local Government Code Chapter 211.
Who needs it
Property owners or their authorized agents in Winnsboro who want the City Council to rezone a tract of land.
Why it needs a notary
The application text explicitly reads 'SWORN AND SUBSCRIBED BEFORE ME, a notary public,' with a full notarial certificate block for the notary's name, commission expiration, and seal.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Zoning Change Request Packet from the City of Winnsboro website or through Rush Notary.
- 2
Fill In Your Details
Complete the property, owner, and requested zoning information sections before your notary session.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a video session with a commissioned online notary at a time that works for you.
- 4
Sign on Video
Verify your ID and sign the application while the notary witnesses electronically.
- 5
Submit to the City
Deliver the notarized packet, plat, and application fee to the Winnsboro City Secretary.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Winnsboro. 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 to notarize a Winnsboro zoning change application?
- Yes. The Application for Zoning Change must be sworn and subscribed before a notary public, confirming you are the property owner or authorized agent.
- How do I get my zoning change application notarized online?
- Download the form, fill it out, and book a session with a commissioned online notary who will verify your ID and witness your signature over live video.
- Can an out-of-state notary notarize a Texas zoning application?
- Texas recognizes acknowledgments and jurats taken by notaries of other states under CPRC §121.001, so a commissioned online notary can complete this document.
- What should I bring to my online notarization session?
- A valid government-issued photo ID and the completed, unsigned zoning change application — sign only in front of the notary during the session.
- Where do I submit the notarized application?
- Submit the completed and notarized packet to the Winnsboro City Secretary along with the required plat and application fee; check with the city if unsure about current requirements.