Start with the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Here is a helpful overview of zoning and our ordinances and fees.
Archives: faqs
Use for FAQs: “How do I” posts, New Resident and New business
Attend a City Council Meeting
I would like an item to be placed on the City Council agenda.
If you would like to have an item placed on the agenda for discussion and/or action complete the Agenda Request Form and submit to the City Clerk’s office at City Hall no later than noon on the Wednesday prior to the regularly scheduled City Council Meeting. For the form and meeting schedule, visit the City Council page.
I want to address the City Council.
At the beginning of each City Council Meeting, there is a citizen participation time slot. Just sign up in accordance with the procedural rules. More information is on the City Council page. Please note that due to Open Meetings laws, the city council may answer your questions, but cannot take action on items that were not posted on the agenda ahead of time.
You do not need to sign up to speak for or against a Public Hearing item.
When are City Council meetings?
Meetings are normally held on the second Tuesday of each month. The meetings are held at the Community Center located at 262 N. Preston Ave at 6:30pm. Check out the calendar.
Also, you may see the agenda before the meetings — here are the agendas.
By the way, another way for residents to get involved is through Boards and Commissions. Check them out as well!
Apply for an Alarm permit
The City of Van Alstyne does not require permits for burglar alarms.
Non-residential buildings may require fire alarms under the fire inspection process.
Apply for a Garage or Yard Sale permit
The City of Van Alstyne does not require permits for garage sales or yard sales; however, the City does have regulations for garage/yard sale signs.
Visit the library — when is it open?
Here is a map to the library along with our hours.
Report a water outage or other water-related problem
If you need assistance or have a water/sewer emergency during regular business hours, please call us at (903)482-5426.
For after hours emergencies (evenings and weekends): (903) 357-0008
Ask a question about my water bill
Please contact the Utility Billing department for questions about your bill.
Reserve a Park or an Athletic Field
City park facilities are available on a first-come, first served basis.
Athletic facilities are the exception — reservations are handled by the Van Alstyne Sports Authority.
Participate in City Elections
The City Clerk’s office can help you apply for a position on the ballot.
Grayson County handles voter registration. Visit the Grayson County Elections Website.
