Lake Dallas, TX · Denton County
Plat Application Owner Authorization Affidavit
A notarized owner certification within Lake Dallas's plat application, required when an agent files a subdivision plat on the property owner's behalf.
- 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 someone other than the property owner submits a plat, replat, or site plan application to the City of Lake Dallas, the owner must certify their ownership and waive the statutory notice requirement under Local Government Code §212.009. That certification includes a Notary Public signature line, making the owner's authorization a notarized statement.
Who needs it
Property owners in Lake Dallas whose engineer, surveyor, or agent is filing a plat, replat, or site plan application on their behalf.
Why it needs a notary
The owner-authorization section includes a dedicated Notary Public Signature line tied to the owner's certification of ownership and statutory waiver.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the Plat Application from the City of Lake Dallas.
- 2
Complete the Owner Section
Name your representative and certify your ownership of the property.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session at a convenient time.
- 4
Sign on Video
Meet your commissioned online notary by video and sign the owner authorization.
- 5
Submit to the City
File the notarized application with the City of Lake Dallas Planning Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Lake Dallas. 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 plat owner authorization notarized?
- Complete the owner certification section naming your representative, then book an online notary session to sign it live on video.
- Do I need a notary for this section of the plat application?
- Yes — when an agent files on your behalf, the City of Lake Dallas requires your ownership certification to be notarized.
- Who needs to sign this affidavit?
- The property owner signs to authorize an engineer, surveyor, or other agent to file the plat application on their behalf.
- Can an online notary notarize a Texas plat affidavit?
- Yes, Texas has authorized remote online notarization since 2018 and recognizes commissioned online notaries.
- Where do I submit the notarized plat application?
- Submit it to the City of Lake Dallas Planning Department with your plat filing fee; check with the city if unsure.