Heath, TX · Rockwall County
Final Plat Application
The final plat application packet for subdividing property in Heath, whose owner's dedication and signature must be notarized before the plat can be recorded with Rockwall County.
- 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
Under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 212, a final plat filed for recordation in Heath must carry the property owner's original, acknowledged signature, with the notary's printed name, seal, and commission expiration shown beneath it. The city's application instructions state plainly that plat signatures must be notarized before the Mylar original is accepted for recording with the Rockwall County Appraisal District's tax certificate attached.
Who needs it
Property owners, developers, and surveyors submitting a final plat or replat for recordation in the City of Heath.
Why it needs a notary
The city's plat instructions require the owner's signature on the recorded plat to be acknowledged before a notary, with the notary's name, seal, and expiration date shown.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Download the Final Plat Application packet from the City of Heath website.
- 2
Complete the Plat
Work with your surveyor to prepare the final plat and owner's dedication for signature.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary at a convenient time.
- 4
Sign on Video
Join the video call, verify your identity, and sign the owner's certificate before the notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Deliver the notarized Mylar original and tax certificate to Heath Community Development for recording.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Heath. 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 my Heath final plat notarized?
- Yes, the City of Heath requires the owner's signature on a final plat to be acknowledged before a notary before the plat can be recorded in Rockwall County.
- How do I get my plat notarized online?
- Upload your signed plat page, verify your identity, and connect with a commissioned online notary over live video to complete the acknowledgment.
- Can an online notary notarize a plat that will be recorded in Texas?
- Texas recognizes acknowledgments made before a commissioned online notary, but check with the City of Heath or Rockwall County if unsure about recording requirements.
- What information does the notary need to see on the plat?
- The notary must see the original owner signature, printed name, and property description before completing the acknowledgment and affixing a seal.