PlainPermitBuilding permit rules in Texas
Short answer: In Texas, building permits are issued locally, so the rules depend on your city; we cover 6 cities here, each checked against official sources.
| City | Permitting authority | Verified rules |
|---|---|---|
| Austin | City of Austin Development Services Department | 15 of 16 |
| Dallas | City of Dallas Planning & Development Department (Building Inspection) | 15 of 16 |
| El Paso | City of El Paso Planning & Inspections Department | 9 of 16 |
| Fort Worth | City of Fort Worth Development Services Department | 16 of 16 |
| Houston | City of Houston, Houston Permitting Center (Houston Public Works) | 16 of 16 |
| San Antonio | City of San Antonio Development Services Department | 13 of 16 |
Not legal advice. Always confirm with your local building department. Rules change, and your parcel's zoning, HOA, historic district, floodplain or utility work can change the answer. We show the official source and the date we last checked it so you can verify for yourself.