Burleson, TX · Johnson County
Release from ETJ Petition
A petition landowners file to be removed from Burleson's extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), requiring notarized signatures from at least half the affected owners.
- 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 within Burleson's extraterritorial jurisdiction use this petition to request release from the city's ETJ under Local Government Code chapter 42. At least 50% of the owners within the area to be released must sign, and each owner's signature must be notarized. Signers acknowledge that release may end eligibility for Burleson utility or emergency services on the property.
Who needs it
Landowners within the City of Burleson's extraterritorial jurisdiction who want their property released from the ETJ.
Why it needs a notary
The petition states that 50% of all owners within the area to be released must provide a notarized signature before the instrument, signed or acknowledged before a notary, is submitted.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the City of Burleson Release from ETJ Petition PDF.
- 2
Fill It Out
Complete owner information, property description, and required initials.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the petition while the notary verifies your ID and witnesses via video.
- 5
Submit to the City
File the notarized petition and $200 fee with the Burleson City Secretary.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Burleson. 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 this notarized to leave Burleson's ETJ?
- Yes, at least 50% of the property owners within the area being released must sign the petition before a notary.
- How do I get my ETJ petition notarized online?
- Upload the completed petition, verify your identity, and sign it live on video with a commissioned online notary.
- What happens after my property is released from the ETJ?
- You acknowledge you may no longer be eligible for City of Burleson utility or emergency services on that property; check with the city if unsure.
- Can multiple owners notarize on the same visit?
- Each owner's signature needs its own notary acknowledgment block, but joint owners can often be notarized together in one online session.