Do I need a Permit?

• Site map showing location of structure – aerial google map will work as long as it is in color and clear.
• Clearly mark where structure will be on site map.
• Dimensions to the home (10') or commercial building (25’) and each property line (3’)
• Pamphlet or brochure of structure - if you are purchasing it.
• Framing details and material list - if you are building it.
• Carport – if connected to home - need to know how.
• If pouring a slab for structure, we will require same items as flatwork (see Flatwork/Driveway/Approach below) – concrete must not be in any utility easement.

• Site map showing location of structure – aerial google map will work as long as it is in color and clear.
• Clearly mark where fence will be on site map.
• What is the material of fence – chain-link, cedar pickets ornamental iron?
• 6’-8’ in back – front can only be 4’ and every other picket must be removed for visibility.

• Site map showing location of structure – aerial google map will work as long as it is in color and clear.
• Clearly mark where fence will be on site map.
• What is the material of fence – chain-link, cedar pickets ornamental iron?

• Residential – need square footage and what type of material it is.
• Commercial – need an asbestos survey.
• Please allow 24 hours after permit is issued to start work. The City Inspector will need to check on the utilities to make sure nothing is on at the property.

• Site map showing location of work – aerial google map will work as long as it is in color and clear
• Clearly mark where flatwork will be on site map
• Dimensions to any buildings and each property line
• If connecting to existing concrete, how will it be connected
• PSI of concrete, rebar size, length, width depth of concrete, 12” on center
• All approaches require approval from Public Works

• Mechanical: Seer rating if replacing a full unit (State License Required)
• Electrical: Amperage, Feeder Panels, outlets, etc. (State License Required) 
• Plumbing: (State License required) 
  • What are you replacing?
  • Water Heater - How many gallons, and is it electrical or gas?
  • If replacing backflow – where are you replacing it?

• Must have stamped signed drawing of zones (State License Required) 
• Backflow location and is a separate metered needed?

• If in Historical District – provide photos.
• If commercial, we will need an asbestos letter showing no asbestos on roof.

• Site map showing location of sign if on ground – aerial google map will work as long as it is in color and clear.
• Where will sign be placed? – if pole or monument we need distance from property line to outer edge of sign.
• Rendering of what sign will look like.
• If pole sign  - need overall height.
• Dimension of sign?
• Dimension from bottom of sign to ground if it is a wall sign – minimum 10’.
• How many signs are you permitting?
• How many signs are already there?
• Is it illuminated?

• Site map showing location of where pool will be – aerial google map will work as long as it is in color and clear.
• Dimensions to the house and each property line -must be  a minimum of 5’.
• Show location of fence around pool – must be 5’ for residential and 6’ for commercial.
• Back door must have an alarm.
• Self-closing and self-latching gate?

Anything over 2’ must have engineered stamped drawings.

• Site map showing location of where wall will be – aerial google map will work as long as it is in color and clear.
• What material will be used?

• Site map showing location of where solar panels will be on roof or ground – aerial google map will work as long as it is in color and clear.
• Schematic’s on solar panels.
• How much of estimated cost is electrical portion of total?
• Who will be the electrician?
• Stamped signed letter from Engineer that roof can withstand the extra weight of the solar panels?

• Site map showing location of structure, measurements, utility placement, parking (commercial) 
• List of all contractors for the project including any state licenses and company information
• Building plan: Diagram of the structure including electrical placement
• Res or Comm check (check energy efficiency)
• COMMERCIAL BUILDING ONLY: Over $49,999 must be registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations before a permit can be issued
• COMMERCIAL BUILDING ONLY: Over one story or 5,000 square feet or if spans over 24 feet it must have an engineered plan
• COMMERICAL BUILDING ONLY: Knox box is required

• Building plans showing existing floorplan and building plans showing the new floorplan after the remodel
• Detailed scope of work
• List of all contractors including any state licenses and company information
• Asbestos survey required (COMMERCIAL ONLY)
• Knox box required (COMMERCIAL ONLY)
• COMMERICAL ONLY: If remodel is over 5,000 square feet engineered plans are required
• COMMERICAL ONLY: If remodel is over $49,999 you must register with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations before a permit can be issued