Applications & Permit Forms

How do you get your permit in Dallas?

Applications & Permit Forms

  1. IN PERSON SUBMITTALS: applicants may contact 214-653-6565 or email [email protected] to request an appointment.
  2. ELECTRONIC SUBMITTALS: applicants may send complete application packets containing all required documents to [email protected].

How long does it take to get a building permit in Dallas TX?

Letters of Zoning Verification are usually processed in 7 to 10 working days from receipt of the request. A fee of $90 must be paid prior to acceptance of a request for a verification letter. An additional $20 fee may be paid in order to expedite the process to 2-3 working days from receipt of the request.

Do I need a permit to build a deck in Dallas?

Permits are not required for certain construction work. Historic or conservation districts have special requirements for work on the exterior of properties. Most permits are issued at the Building Inspection Permit Center, but can be obtained at a Building Inspection District Office under some circumstances.

Can a homeowner pull a permit in Texas?

Can the homeowner perform the work? A homeowner can pull a permit for just about any situation. Even if not licensed, homeowners may pull electrical, plumbing, and HVAC permits (MEPs). However, MEP permits must be for work on applicant’s homestead, this does not apply to a rental property.

Is the city of Dallas open today?

The City of Dallas is open, but City Hall is CLOSED unless you have an appointment.

How do I schedule a Dallas inspection?

You may schedule an inspection by: Call our Automated Inspection Line at 214-670-5313. You must have your validation number found on the Contractor’s Authorization form AND the 3-digit inspection code found here.

Do you need a permit to build a fence in Dallas?

A fence permit is required to erect a fence or wall over four (4) feet in a required front yard setback or over six (6) feet high if located elsewhere on private property.

Do you need a permit to build a shed in Texas?

Non Residential Buildings – All non-residential buildings require a building permit. Residential Buildings – One & two family dwellings and townhouses one-story detached accessory structures that are 200 square feet or less used as tool and storage shed, playhouses and similar uses do not require a building permit.

Do I need a permit to pour concrete in Texas?

Yes. If building a concrete patio / wood deck, a permit is required. If hiring a contractor, the contractor must apply for the permit.

Do I need a permit to remodel my bathroom in Texas?

Structural changes: Any remodeling that involves a radical shift in the bathroom layout will invite a permit. When you are making that dividing wall, it shall require a permit. Plumbing and sewage renovations: Any work on the plumbing will involve structural change and require a permit.

Where do I apply for a construction license in Dallas TX?

DATE: PERMIT APPLICATION (OFFICE USE ONLY) SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND CONSTRUCTION DEPARTMENT w BUILDING INSPECTION DIVISION OAK CLIFF MUNICIPAL CENTER, 320 E. JEFFERSON BLVD., ROOM 118, DALLAS, TX 75203 w TEL. NO. (214) 948-4480 REV 10-26-2020 CURRENT HOME REPAIR LICENSE ON FILE?

What is the Dallas permit center?

The Permit Center is a one-stop shop for information and services related to the construction and development process in Dallas. Staff assistance is available from the Building Inspection Division, Sustainable Development and Construction Department, Water Department and Fire Department.

Where is the development and construction department in Dallas TX?

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND CONSTRUCTION DEPARTMENT w BUILDING INSPECTION DIVISION OAK CLIFF MUNICIPAL CENTER, 320 E. JEFFERSON BLVD., ROOM 118, DALLAS, TX 75203 w TEL. NO. (214) 948-4480 REV 10-26-2020 CURRENT HOME REPAIR LICENSE ON FILE?

Where is the building inspection department located in Dallas TX?

BUILDING INSPECTION DIVISION OAK CLIFF MUNICIPAL CENTER, 320 E. JEFFERSON BLVD., ROOM 118, DALLAS, TX 75203 w TEL. NO. (214) 948-4480