Stafford, TX · Fort Bend County
Variance, Special Exception & Appeals Request
The property owner's request to the Stafford Board of Adjustment for a zoning variance, special exception, or appeal.
- 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
Property owners seeking relief from a strict application of Stafford's zoning ordinance file this request with the Board of Adjustment, as authorized by Local Government Code chapter 211. The owner's certification on the request must be signed and acknowledged before a notary before the packet is accepted for hearing.
Who needs it
Property owners or authorized agents requesting a variance, special exception, or zoning appeal before Stafford's Board of Adjustment.
Why it needs a notary
The owner certification page must be signed and acknowledged before a notary public, with the commission expiration recorded.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Variance, Special Exception & Appeals Request from Stafford's Planning & Zoning page.
- 2
Complete the Request
Describe the requested relief and supporting justification.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the owner certification before your commissioned online notary.
- 5
Submit to the Board of Adjustment
File the notarized request with the City of Stafford for hearing.
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 variance request?
- Complete the Board of Adjustment request form and sign the owner certification before a commissioned online notary before submitting it to the city.
- Do I need a notary for a Board of Adjustment appeal?
- Yes, the owner's certification on the request must be acknowledged before a notary public.
- What is a special exception request?
- It is a request to the Board of Adjustment to allow a use or condition the zoning ordinance would otherwise restrict.
- Can I use an online notary for this filing?
- Texas authorizes remote online notarization; check with the city if unsure whether they accept it for Board of Adjustment filings.