Stafford, TX · Fort Bend County
Subdivision Plat & Replat Application
The property owner's application to the City of Stafford Planning & Zoning Division to record a new subdivision plat or replat.
- 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
Stafford's Planning & Zoning Division requires property owners seeking to plat or replat land to complete this application packet. The owner's signature on the plat certification must be notarized before the packet can be accepted for review and recording, consistent with Texas Local Government Code plat requirements.
Who needs it
Property owners, developers, or surveyors filing a new plat or replat with the City of Stafford.
Why it needs a notary
The owner's certification includes an acknowledgment block requiring signature before a notary with commission expiration recorded.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Subdivision Plat & Replat Application from Stafford's Planning & Zoning page.
- 2
Complete the Application
Fill in the property description, owner information, and required exhibits.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the owner's certification before your commissioned online notary.
- 5
Submit to Planning & Zoning
Deliver the notarized packet with fees to the City of Stafford.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Stafford. 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 Stafford plat application?
- Download the plat application packet, complete the owner certification, and sign it before a commissioned online notary before submitting to Planning & Zoning.
- Do I need a notary for a plat or replat in Stafford?
- Yes, the owner's certification on the application must be signed and acknowledged before a notary public.
- Who can sign the plat application?
- The property owner or an authorized representative must sign and have the signature notarized.
- Can an online notary handle a Texas plat application?
- Texas recognizes remote online notarization; check with the city if unsure whether they accept a remote acknowledgment for recording purposes.