Ballinger, TX · Runnels County
Homeowner's Exemption Certificate
A sworn statement a homeowner in Ballinger signs before a notary to personally pull a plumbing, electrical, or mechanical permit on their own homestead without hiring a registered contractor.
- 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 Section 10-3 of the City of Ballinger Code of Ordinances, a homeowner may personally perform electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work on their own homestead without a licensed contractor, provided they secure the required permit. To claim this exemption, the homeowner must sign the Homeowner's Exemption Certificate acknowledging under oath before a notary that they own and occupy the property as their homestead and will perform the work themselves in compliance with local code.
Who needs it
Homeowners in Ballinger who want to personally pull a plumbing, electrical, or mechanical permit on their own homestead instead of hiring a registered contractor.
Why it needs a notary
The certificate's acknowledgment must be signed before a notary public, who administers the oath and affixes their seal under "Given under my hand and seal of office."
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Download the Homeowner's Exemption Certificate from the City of Ballinger website.
- 2
Fill In the Details
Complete the permit type, property address, and homeowner information.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary at a time that works for you.
- 4
Sign on Video
Join the video call, verify your identity, and swear the oath in front of the notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Bring the notarized certificate and homestead proof to Ballinger City Hall with your permit application.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Ballinger. 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 form notarized to pull my own permit in Ballinger?
- Yes, the Homeowner's Exemption Certificate must be sworn before a notary before the city will accept it with a plumbing, electrical, or mechanical permit application.
- How do I notarize the certificate online?
- Upload the completed certificate, verify your identity, and connect with a commissioned online notary over live video to swear the oath and sign.
- Do I need proof of homestead exemption too?
- Yes, the city requires proof of homestead exemption, such as a printout from the Runnels County Appraisal District, submitted with the notarized certificate.
- Is a remote online notarization accepted by the City of Ballinger?
- Texas law recognizes acknowledgments taken by a commissioned online notary, but check with the City of Ballinger if unsure before submitting.