Burnet County

Burnet County is located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, approximately 60 miles northwest of Austin. Established in 1852 and named after David Gouverneur Burnet, the first president of the Republic of Texas, Burnet County includes approximately 1,020 square miles of rolling hills, lakes, and scenic scenes. Burnet County seat is Burnet area (pronounced 'burn-it' by locals), situated at 229 S. Pierce Street. As of the most recent census estimates, Burnet County has a population exceeding 50,000 residents, reflecting steady growth driven by retirees, telecommuters, and those seeking a Hill Country lifestyle. Burnet County is distinguished by its position in the Highland Lakes chain, with portions of Lake Buchanan, Inks Lake, and Lake LBJ within its boundaries, making it a recreation and tourism hub. Major communities include Marble Falls, the largest city; Burnet; Granite Shoals; Horseshoe Bay; and Bertram. Burnet County is renowned for its granite quarries, wildflower displays (particularly bluebonnets), and the Vanishing Texas River Cruise. Burnet County Clerk's Office, located at 220 S. Pierce Street in Burnet area, maintains official records including court documents, marriage licenses, and assumed name certificates. Burnet County Tax Assessor-Collector, at the same address, handles property appraisals and tax collection. Burnet County Recorder functions are performed by the County Clerk in Texas, recording deeds, liens, and property instruments. Longhorn Cavern State Park and the historic Fort Croghan Museum reflect Burnet County's frontier heritage and geological significance.

Burnet County Court is located in Burnet, Texas. The address is 1701 E. Polk Street, Burnet, TX 78611. The court handles civil and criminal cases, including family law, probate, juvenile, and mental health cases. The court also handles appeals from lower courts. The court is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. To 5:00 p.m.

Burnet County Court is located in Burnet, Texas and is part of the 33rd Judicial District. The court has jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases, including family law, probate, juvenile, and mental health cases.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• Processing fees for copies may apply as permitted under Section 552.261 of the Texas Government Code.

• Burnet County maintains four Justice of the Peace Courts (Precincts 1-4) handling Class C misdemeanors, small claims under $20,000, evictions, and serving as magistrates for warrant issuance and initial appearances.

• Recording fees are established by Texas Local Government Code Section 118.011, with standard documents costing $25 for the first page and $4 for each additional page.
• Certified copies of recorded documents are available from the County Clerk for $5.00 per document plus $1.00 per page.

Vital records for this county include birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates issued under state vital statistics law.

• Processing time for walk-in requests is typically same-day or next business day if the record is on file locally; records may take 2-3 weeks if retrieval from state archives is required.
• Applicants must provide valid photo ID (driver's license, passport, or state ID) and demonstrate direct and tangible interest in the record requested.
• Expedited service and mail-order options are available, with mailing fees added to base costs.

Business records, licenses, and permits for this county are processed by the County Clerk and local government offices.

• Water Street, Burnet, TX 78611 (phone: 512-715-5106), which maintains records of commercial and residential building permits, septic system permits, and development plats.
• The Highland Lakes Economic Alliance and Burnet Chamber of Commerce (phone: 512-756-4297, website: burnetchamber.org) provide business development resources, though they do not issue licenses.