Bartlett, TX · Williamson County
New Occupant Utility Affidavit
A sworn affidavit new residents sign as part of the City of Bartlett's utility service application, confirming they are not associated with the prior occupant's account.
- 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
As part of applying for water, sewer, electric, or garbage service, the City of Bartlett requires new occupants at a service address to sign a notarized affidavit stating they have personal knowledge of the facts, are not associated with the preceding occupant, and understand that living with someone who owes the city an outstanding utility bill can disqualify them from service. The affidavit closes with a full Texas jurat requiring a notary's signature and seal.
Who needs it
New residents applying for City of Bartlett water, sewer, electric, or garbage utility service at an address with a prior occupant.
Why it needs a notary
The affidavit closes with a Texas jurat — "SWORN to and SUBSCRIBED before me, the undersigned authority... Notary Public, State of Texas (Notary's seal must be included)" — explicitly requiring the signature to be notarized.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Download the Utility Service Application from the City of Bartlett website.
- 2
Fill Out the Affidavit
Complete the new occupant affidavit section with your name and service address.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the affidavit during your video session while the notary witnesses and completes the jurat.
- 5
Submit to the City
Return the notarized application to City of Bartlett Development Services.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Bartlett. 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 get my Bartlett utility affidavit notarized?
- Fill out the New Occupant Utility Affidavit, then book an online notarization session where a commissioned online notary witnesses your signature and completes the jurat.
- Do I need a notary for the Bartlett utility service application?
- Yes, part of the application is a sworn affidavit that must be signed and sealed before a notary — it is not just a regular signature.
- Can I use an online notary for this City of Bartlett form?
- Texas has authorized remote online notarization since 2018 and recognizes acknowledgments from commissioned online notaries. Check with the city if you are unsure whether they will accept it.
- Why does the city require a notarized affidavit for new utility service?
- The affidavit confirms you are not associated with the previous occupant's account, since a prior occupant's outstanding utility bill can disqualify a new resident from service.