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Whether you need a site plan for a building permit, fencing permit, pool permit, or HOA submission anywhere in Texas — from Houston and Austin to Dallas, San Antonio, and Fort Worth — MySitePlan delivers professionally drafted, permit-ready plans in 24 hours, starting at just $99. No site visit, no scheduling delays, no surveyor fees.

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Texas Building Permit Requirements: What You Need to Know

Last reviewed: April 2026

Texas has no uniform statewide residential building code. Cities and counties adopt their own codes — typically based on the International Building Code (IBC) and International Residential Code (IRC) — and each jurisdiction defines its own site plan submittal requirements. That means the rules in Houston look very different from those in Austin or San Antonio.

In Houston, the largest U.S. city without traditional zoning, development is governed by Chapter 42 of the City Code, with all permits reviewed by the Houston Permitting Center. In Austin, the Development Services Department requires a site plan for every building permit application under Land Development Code Title 25 — with added scrutiny for impervious cover, heritage tree preservation, and Edwards Aquifer watershed protection. Learn more about state-level licensing requirements at TDLR.

Across Texas — from Plano and Arlington to El Paso and Fort Worth — a site plan is a standard part of nearly every permit application. Getting yours right the first time saves weeks of back-and-forth with your local building department.

Common Texas Projects That Require a Site Plan

Texas building departments and HOA review committees require site plans for a wide range of residential and commercial projects, including:

  • New home construction permits — required in virtually every Texas city and county
  • Room addition and remodel permits — additions trigger setback and impervious cover review in most jurisdictions
  • Garage and accessory structure permits — including sheds, gazebos, carports, and detached garages
  • Accessory dwelling unit (ADU) permits — high demand in Austin, Houston, and Dallas as cities expand ADU allowances
  • Fence permits — required across Texas; HOAs may regulate materials and appearance under Senate Bill 1588 (2021)
  • Swimming pool and landscape permits — pools require site plans showing setbacks, drainage, and structure placement
  • Deck and patio permits — common in Houston, San Antonio, and suburban DFW communities
  • Driveway permits — especially relevant in ETJ areas and flood-prone zones
  • Sign permits — commercial signage requires a site plan in most Texas municipalities
  • Commercial parking lot plans — required for ADA compliance and Houston Permitting Center submissions
  • Demolition permits — required citywide in Austin, Dallas, Houston, and most other Texas jurisdictions
  • HOA Architectural Review Committee (ARC) submissions — fences, decks, pools, sheds, and room additions all commonly require a formal site plan
  • Floodplain development permits — extensive across Texas; site plans face added drainage and runoff scrutiny
  • Impervious cover compliance — Austin's Land Development Code Title 25 enforces strict limits tied to watershed protection

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Texas's Unique Permitting Environment

Texas has several permitting quirks that set it apart from other states. Bexar County requires a Building Permit Authorization (BPA) from Public Works before a permit can be issued — an extra step that San Antonio-area property owners need to plan for. In flood-prone areas throughout Central Texas and the Gulf Coast, site plans face heightened review for drainage, runoff, and structure placement. Coastal communities like Galveston add windstorm protection requirements on top of standard permit submissions.

Texas House Bill 14 (2023) now requires cities to approve or deny permit applications within 45 days — giving property owners more leverage if reviews stall. If your project involves impervious surfaces in Austin, our guide to impervious surface calculation explains what building departments look for and how coverage limits are applied. Having a complete, accurate site plan from the start is the best way to move through any Texas permitting process without delay.

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Harris County Houston Permitting Center (HPC); Harris County Engineering Department (unincorporated areas) Houston operates under Chapter 42 of the City Code governing setbacks, lot size, and parking — all reviewed by the HPC. Unincorporated Harris County has significant flood-prone areas; site plans face additional scrutiny for drainage, detention, and FEMA floodplain compliance.
Dallas County City of Dallas Sustainable Development & Construction; Dallas County Development Services (unincorporated areas) The City of Dallas requires site plans for new construction, additions, and accessory structures through its Sustainable Development & Construction department. Setback compliance, impervious cover, and drainage easement documentation are key review elements.
Tarrant County City of Fort Worth Development Services; Tarrant County Public Works (unincorporated areas) Fort Worth and Arlington — both within Tarrant County — each maintain their own permitting offices and require site plans for new construction, room additions, pools, and accessory structures. Unincorporated areas route through Tarrant County Public Works.
Bexar County Bexar County Public Works & Infrastructure; Bexar County Fire Marshal's Office Unincorporated Bexar County requires a Building Permit Authorization (BPA) from Public Works before a permit is issued by the Fire Marshal's Office. Site plans must address setbacks, drainage easements, and access. San Antonio projects within city limits are handled by the City's Development Services Department.
Travis County City of Austin Development Services Department (DSD); Travis County TNR (unincorporated areas) Austin's DSD requires a site plan for all building permit applications under Land Development Code Title 25. Plans must address impervious cover limits, Edwards Aquifer watershed protection, and heritage tree preservation — trees 24"+ DBH require a variance to remove. Unincorporated Travis County routes through Travis County TNR.
Collin County City of Plano Development Services; City of McKinney Planning; Collin County Engineering (unincorporated areas) Plano, McKinney, Frisco, and Allen each maintain independent permitting departments within Collin County. Site plans are required for new construction, additions, pools, and fences. Rapid growth across the county means ETJ boundaries shift regularly — verify your jurisdiction before applying.
Denton County City of Denton Development Services; Denton County Development Services (unincorporated areas) Denton County encompasses fast-growing cities including Lewisville, Flower Mound, and Little Elm, each with their own permit offices. Unincorporated areas are managed by Denton County Development Services. Site plans are required for new construction, room additions, ADUs, and accessory structures.
Hidalgo County Hidalgo County Building Inspection Department; City of McAllen Development Services Hidalgo County requires site plans for new construction and additions in unincorporated areas. Flood risk is significant along the Rio Grande; site plans must account for drainage and FEMA floodplain requirements. McAllen and other incorporated cities maintain their own permitting offices.
El Paso County City of El Paso Development Services; El Paso County Development Review El Paso city and county both require site plans for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. The arid West Texas climate and proximity to the Rio Grande introduce drainage and erosion considerations. Commercial projects over $50,000 require TDLR accessibility review.
Fort Bend County Fort Bend County Engineering Department; City of Sugar Land Planning & Development Fort Bend County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the U.S. and contains numerous MUDs and HOAs that may require independent site plan submissions alongside county permits. Flood risk is elevated; drainage easements and detention pond setbacks commonly appear on required site plans.
Montgomery County Montgomery County Engineering Department; City of Conroe Building Inspections Montgomery County requires site plans for new construction and additions in unincorporated areas. The Woodlands and Conroe are major population centers with their own permitting requirements. HOA architectural review committees throughout the county commonly require site plans for fences, pools, and exterior modifications.
Williamson County Williamson County Development Services; City of Round Rock Planning; City of Georgetown Planning Williamson County is among the nation's fastest-growing counties. Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park, and Leander each have their own permit offices. Unincorporated areas route through Williamson County Development Services. Impervious cover limits tied to Edwards Aquifer recharge zone rules apply to southern portions of the county.
Cameron County Cameron County Building & Permits Department; City of Brownsville Planning & Community Development Cameron County, at the southern tip of Texas on the Gulf Coast, requires site plans for new construction and additions. Coastal flood risk and windstorm exposure are key considerations; projects in designated windstorm areas may require additional review under the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA) rules.
Nueces County City of Corpus Christi Development Services; Nueces County Building Inspections Corpus Christi and Nueces County require site plans for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Coastal windstorm exposure is a primary concern — projects in TWIA-designated areas must meet enhanced structural standards. Beach and bay-front setbacks add complexity to coastal site plans.
Brazoria County Brazoria County Engineering & Drainage District; City of Pearland Planning & Zoning Brazoria County encompasses low-lying coastal and near-coastal terrain prone to flooding. Site plans must address FEMA floodplain requirements, drainage easements, and detention. Pearland and Lake Jackson maintain their own permit offices within the county.
Bell County City of Killeen Inspections; City of Temple Community Development; Bell County Building Inspections Bell County includes the cities of Killeen, Temple, and Belton. Site plans are required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Proximity to Fort Cavazos (formerly Fort Hood) means many properties fall within ETJ boundaries — verify jurisdiction carefully before submitting a permit application.
Galveston County Galveston County Building Inspections; City of Galveston Building Inspections Galveston County sits directly on the Gulf Coast and imposes enhanced windstorm protection requirements for all new construction and additions. Site plans must reflect TWIA windstorm designations, coastal setbacks, and elevated foundation requirements. Flood zone documentation is essential for nearly all permits in this county.
Lubbock County City of Lubbock Building Inspection; Lubbock County Judge's Office (unincorporated areas) The City of Lubbock requires site plans for new construction, additions, pools, and accessory structures. Unincorporated Lubbock County has more limited permitting requirements, but municipalities and ETJs expand oversight. Wind exposure is a key structural design factor on the South Plains.
Webb County City of Laredo Building Development Services; Webb County Development Services Laredo is Webb County's primary city and manages its own building permit process. Site plans are required for new construction, additions, and commercial projects. International border proximity and rapid growth in the Laredo metro mean many parcels fall within evolving ETJ and subdivision plat requirements.
Jefferson County City of Beaumont Building Services; Jefferson County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Jefferson County includes Beaumont, Port Arthur, and Nederland. The Southeast Texas coastal plain is highly flood-prone; site plans must address FEMA floodplain compliance, drainage, and finished floor elevation. TDLR accessibility review is required for qualifying commercial projects.
McLennan County City of Waco Planning & Development; McLennan County Building Inspections (unincorporated areas) Waco serves as McLennan County's seat and requires site plans for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Development along the Brazos River introduces floodplain review requirements. HOAs in newer subdivisions throughout the county commonly require site plans for exterior modifications.
Smith County City of Tyler Planning & Zoning; Smith County Building Inspections (unincorporated areas) Tyler is the primary city in Smith County and requires site plans for new construction, additions, pools, and fences. East Texas clay soils affect drainage and foundation design, both of which are commonly reflected in permit-required site plans.
Brazos County City of Bryan Building & Development Services; City of College Station Planning & Development Services Bryan and College Station both require site plans for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Texas A&M University's presence drives significant construction activity in the county. Drainage easements and floodplain compliance along the Brazos River and its tributaries are standard site plan components.
Hays County Hays County Development Services; City of San Marcos Planning & Development; City of Kyle Planning Hays County is one of Texas's fastest-growing counties, straddling the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone. Site plans must address impervious cover limits tied to Barton Springs and Edwards Aquifer watershed protections. San Marcos, Kyle, and Buda each have their own permit offices with distinct requirements.
Ellis County City of Waxahachie Community Development; Ellis County Building Inspections (unincorporated areas) Ellis County is growing rapidly as a Dallas metro suburb. Waxahachie and Ennis maintain their own permit offices. Unincorporated Ellis County has more limited requirements, but ETJ extensions are common. Site plans are required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures within city limits.
Johnson County City of Cleburne Building Inspections; Johnson County Building Inspections (unincorporated areas) Johnson County anchors the southern DFW Metroplex and includes Cleburne and Burleson. Site plans are required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures in incorporated cities. Unincorporated areas have more limited oversight but growing ETJ coverage from surrounding municipalities.
Midland County City of Midland Building Inspections; Midland County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Midland's Permian Basin energy economy drives significant commercial and residential construction. The City of Midland requires site plans for new construction, additions, and commercial projects. Wind and dust exposure are key local environmental factors reflected in structural site plan requirements.
Ector County City of Odessa Building Inspections; Ector County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Odessa serves as the county seat and requires site plans for new construction, additions, and commercial structures. Like neighboring Midland, the Permian Basin energy sector drives high construction volume. Commercial projects over $50,000 require TDLR accessibility plan review.
Guadalupe County City of Seguin Planning & Zoning; Guadalupe County Building Inspections (unincorporated areas) Guadalupe County is one of the fastest-growing counties in Texas, driven by San Antonio metro expansion. Schertz and Seguin each maintain their own permit offices. Site plans are required for new construction, additions, pools, and accessory structures. Drainage and floodplain compliance along the Guadalupe River are critical considerations.
Comal County City of New Braunfels Planning & Development Services; Comal County Development Services (unincorporated areas) Comal County is one of Texas's fastest-growing counties. New Braunfels requires site plans for all building permits including new construction, additions, pools, and fences. The Guadalupe and Comal rivers create significant floodplain overlay zones, and impervious cover restrictions tied to the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone apply to many parcels.
Parker County City of Weatherford Building Inspections; Parker County Development Services (unincorporated areas) Parker County is a growing western DFW suburb. Weatherford requires site plans for new construction and additions. Unincorporated Parker County has active development with ETJ extensions from Weatherford and Aledo. Site plans are commonly required for accessory structures, pools, and fences in incorporated areas.
Taylor County City of Abilene Building Inspections; Taylor County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Abilene is the county seat and requires site plans for new construction, additions, pools, and accessory structures. Commercial projects over $50,000 require TDLR accessibility review. Wind exposure is a key structural consideration in this West Texas county.
Tom Green County City of San Angelo Development Services; Tom Green County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) San Angelo is the county seat and primary permitted city in Tom Green County. Site plans are required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. The Concho River creates floodplain zones that affect site plan review for properties in low-lying areas of the county.
Wichita County City of Wichita Falls Planning & Development Services; Wichita County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Wichita Falls is the dominant city in Wichita County and requires site plans for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. The region is part of the tornado-prone Southern Plains; structural documentation reflecting wind load requirements commonly accompanies permit applications.
Grayson County City of Sherman Development Services; City of Denison Building Inspections; Grayson County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Grayson County, on the Texas-Oklahoma border north of the DFW Metroplex, is growing rapidly. Sherman and Denison each maintain their own permit offices. Site plans are required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures in incorporated areas. ETJ boundaries are expanding as growth accelerates.
Randall County City of Amarillo Building Safety; Randall County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Randall County shares the Amarillo metro with Potter County and routes most city-limit permits through the City of Amarillo Building Safety division. Unincorporated areas and Canyon — the county seat — have their own requirements. High Plains wind exposure is a key structural consideration for all permit applications.
Potter County City of Amarillo Building Safety; Potter County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Amarillo straddles Potter and Randall Counties; most city-limit permits are processed through the City of Amarillo Building Safety division. Site plans are required for new construction, additions, pools, and commercial projects. Panhandle wind loads and drainage across the flat terrain are standard site plan review factors.
Kaufman County City of Kaufman Planning & Zoning; Kaufman County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Kaufman County is one of the fastest-growing counties in Texas, driven by DFW metro expansion. Site plans are required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures in incorporated cities. ETJ boundaries are expanding rapidly; confirm your jurisdiction before filing a permit application.
Bowie County City of Texarkana Building Inspections; Bowie County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Bowie County anchors the Ark-Tex region. The City of Texarkana straddles the Texas-Arkansas state line, and permits are issued by the Texas-side Building Inspections department. Site plans are required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures within city limits.
Hunt County City of Greenville Building Inspections; Hunt County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Hunt County, east of the DFW Metroplex, includes Greenville and Commerce. Site plans are required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures in incorporated areas. Unincorporated Hunt County has more limited requirements but is subject to growing ETJ coverage from Rockwall and Fate.
Henderson County City of Athens Building Inspections; Henderson County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Henderson County, in East Texas, includes Athens and Gun Barrel City on Cedar Creek Lake. Site plans are required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures in incorporated areas. Cedar Creek Lake waterfront development introduces additional drainage and setback review requirements.
San Patricio County City of Sinton Building Inspections; San Patricio County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) San Patricio County, in the Corpus Christi metro area, requires site plans for new construction and additions. Coastal windstorm exposure is a primary concern; projects in TWIA-designated areas must meet enhanced structural requirements. Aransas Pass and Portland maintain their own permit offices within the county.
Walker County City of Huntsville Building Inspections; Walker County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Walker County is home to Huntsville and Sam Houston State University. Site plans are required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures in incorporated areas. East Texas woodland terrain means drainage and stormwater management are standard site plan review elements.
Liberty County City of Liberty Building Inspections; Liberty County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Liberty County, northeast of Houston, includes the cities of Liberty, Dayton, and Cleveland. The region is prone to flooding from the Trinity River and its tributaries; site plans must address FEMA floodplain requirements and drainage. Many unincorporated areas near the Houston metro are experiencing rapid growth.
Victoria County City of Victoria Development Services; Victoria County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Victoria serves as the county seat and is the primary city requiring site plans for new construction, additions, pools, and accessory structures. The county lies in a coastal windstorm exposure zone; TWIA-designated areas require enhanced structural documentation. Guadalupe River floodplain review applies to many parcels.
Wise County City of Decatur Building Inspections; Wise County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Wise County is a growing northwest DFW suburb. Decatur is the county seat; Bridgeport and Rhome also maintain their own permit offices. Site plans are required for new construction and additions in incorporated areas. Rapidly expanding ETJ zones mean many rural parcels now fall under municipal oversight.
Bastrop County City of Bastrop Community Development; Bastrop County Building Inspections (unincorporated areas) Bastrop County, east of Austin, is growing rapidly as an Austin metro overflow area. The county includes the Lost Pines ecosystem and portions of the Colorado River floodplain; site plans must address drainage and any applicable floodplain overlay. Bastrop's Community Development office reviews permits for city-limit projects.
Rockwall County City of Rockwall Planning & Zoning; Rockwall County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Rockwall County is one of the smallest and most densely developed counties in Texas, with rapid suburban growth east of Dallas. The City of Rockwall requires site plans for new construction, additions, pools, and accessory structures. Lake Ray Hubbard shoreline development introduces additional setback and drainage review requirements.
Angelina County City of Lufkin Building Inspections; Angelina County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Angelina County is in the heart of the East Texas Piney Woods. Lufkin is the county seat and requires site plans for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Lake Sam Rayburn shoreline areas introduce drainage and setback considerations for waterfront permits.
Orange County City of Orange Building Inspections; Orange County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Orange County, on the Texas-Louisiana border in Southeast Texas, is heavily flood-prone due to the Sabine River and low-lying bayous. Site plans must address FEMA floodplain compliance, finished floor elevations, and drainage. TDLR accessibility review applies to qualifying commercial projects.
Coryell County City of Copperas Cove Building Inspections; Coryell County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Coryell County is home to Copperas Cove, a fast-growing city adjacent to Fort Cavazos. Site plans are required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. ETJ boundaries between Copperas Cove, Gatesville, and unincorporated Coryell County can affect which department reviews your permit.
Cherokee County City of Jacksonville Building Inspections; Cherokee County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Cherokee County is in rural East Texas. Jacksonville is the county seat and requires site plans for new construction and additions. Unincorporated areas have limited county-level permitting requirements, but cities' ETJ extensions are common. East Texas clay soils affect drainage and foundation design.
Hardin County City of Kountze Building Inspections; City of Silsbee Building Inspections; Hardin County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Hardin County, in the Big Thicket region of Southeast Texas, is subject to significant flooding risk from the Neches River and its tributaries. Site plans must address FEMA floodplain compliance and drainage. Vidor and Silsbee are the largest communities with active building permit programs.
Maverick County City of Eagle Pass Building Inspections; Maverick County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Maverick County is located along the Rio Grande. Eagle Pass is the county seat and primary permitted city. Site plans are required for new construction and additions. Border proximity and Rio Grande floodplain issues affect drainage and placement requirements for many parcels.
Val Verde County City of Del Rio Building Inspections; Val Verde County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Val Verde County is home to Del Rio and Lake Amistad. Site plans are required for new construction and additions. The Rio Grande and Amistad Reservoir create significant floodplain zones, and lakefront properties face additional setback and drainage review requirements.
Hood County City of Granbury Building Inspections; Hood County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Hood County, southwest of Fort Worth, is centered on Granbury and Lake Granbury. Site plans are required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Lakefront and riverfront properties along the Brazos River and Lake Granbury face additional setback, drainage, and impervious cover review requirements.
Kerr County City of Kerrville Building Inspections; Kerr County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Kerr County is in the Texas Hill Country, centered on Kerrville along the Guadalupe River. Site plans are required for new construction and additions. Steep terrain, caliche soils, and the Guadalupe River floodplain create drainage and erosion control considerations that commonly appear in permit-required site plans.
Atascosa County City of Pleasanton Building Inspections; Atascosa County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Atascosa County, south of San Antonio, is growing as a San Antonio metro suburb. Pleasanton is the county seat. Site plans are required for new construction and additions in incorporated areas. Unincorporated Atascosa County has more limited permitting requirements, but ETJ extensions from Pleasanton and Jourdanton apply.
Hopkins County City of Sulphur Springs Building Inspections; Hopkins County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Hopkins County is in Northeast Texas with Sulphur Springs as its county seat. Site plans are required for new construction and additions in incorporated areas. Local topography and stormwater drainage are standard elements in site plan review for new construction.
Burnet County City of Burnet Building Inspections; City of Marble Falls Building Inspections; Burnet County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Burnet County sits in the Texas Hill Country on the Highland Lakes chain (Buchanan, Inks, LBJ, Marble Falls). Site plans are required for new construction and additions. Lakefront properties face additional setback, impervious cover, and drainage review tied to LCRA watershed protections.
Medina County City of Hondo Building Inspections; Medina County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Medina County, west of San Antonio, is growing as a metro suburb. Hondo is the county seat. Site plans are required for new construction and additions in incorporated areas. Medina River floodplain compliance and Edwards Aquifer recharge zone rules may apply to parcels in southern portions of the county.
Erath County City of Stephenville Building Inspections; Erath County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Erath County is home to Stephenville and Tarleton State University. Site plans are required for new construction and additions in incorporated areas. The growing student and surrounding rural population has increased construction activity county-wide.
Polk County City of Livingston Building Inspections; Polk County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Polk County is in the Sam Houston National Forest and Piney Woods region, anchored by Livingston and Lake Livingston. Site plans are required for new construction and additions. Lakefront and riverfront properties on Lake Livingston and the Trinity River require drainage and setback documentation.
Starr County City of Rio Grande City Building Inspections; Starr County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Starr County is on the Rio Grande in the Lower Rio Grande Valley. Rio Grande City is the county seat. Site plans are required for new construction and additions. Rio Grande floodplain compliance is a key element of site plan review throughout the county.
Anderson County City of Palestine Building Inspections; Anderson County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Anderson County is in East Texas with Palestine as its county seat. Site plans are required for new construction and additions in incorporated areas. East Texas clay soils and local drainage patterns are standard elements in site plan review.
Llano County City of Llano Building Inspections; Llano County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Llano County is a popular Texas Hill Country destination centered on Llano and the Llano River. Significant vacation and second-home construction drives permit activity. LCRA watershed rules and Llano River floodplain compliance are important site plan considerations for waterfront properties.
Rusk County City of Henderson Building Inspections; Rusk County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Rusk County is in East Texas with Henderson as its county seat. Site plans are required for new construction and additions in incorporated areas. East Texas red clay soils and drainage are key site plan considerations, particularly for new construction on wooded lots.
Calhoun County City of Port Lavaca Building Inspections; Calhoun County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Calhoun County sits on Matagorda Bay on the Texas Gulf Coast. Coastal windstorm exposure is a primary concern; all new construction and additions in TWIA-designated areas require enhanced structural documentation. Flood risk from storm surge and bay-area drainage is a standard site plan review element.
Lampasas County City of Lampasas Building Inspections; Lampasas County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Lampasas County is in the northern Texas Hill Country between Austin and Abilene. Site plans are required for new construction and additions in incorporated areas. The Lampasas River and rocky Hill Country terrain introduce drainage and grade-change considerations for site plan review.
Limestone County City of Groesbeck Building Inspections; Limestone County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Limestone County is in Central Texas with Groesbeck as its county seat. Site plans are required for new construction and additions in incorporated areas. Lake Limestone reservoir and the Navasota River create floodplain review requirements for nearby parcels.
Navarro County City of Corsicana Building Inspections; Navarro County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Navarro County, south of Dallas, includes Corsicana as its county seat. Site plans are required for new construction and additions in incorporated areas. Navarro County is experiencing growth as a Dallas metro outlier; ETJ extensions from Corsicana and Ennis affect unincorporated development.
Wilson County City of Floresville Building Inspections; Wilson County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Wilson County is a growing San Antonio metro suburb southeast of the city. Floresville is the county seat. Site plans are required for new construction and additions. Many residential subdivisions feature active HOAs with ARC review requirements for fences, pools, and additions.
Gregg County City of Longview Building Inspections; Gregg County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Gregg County is anchored by Longview in East Texas. The City of Longview requires site plans for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. TDLR accessibility review applies to qualifying commercial projects. East Texas drainage and clay soil conditions are standard elements in permit-required site plans.
Lamar County City of Paris Building Inspections; Lamar County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Lamar County is in Northeast Texas with Paris as its county seat. Site plans are required for new construction and additions in incorporated areas. Pat Mayse Lake and the Red River create floodplain zones affecting parcels in the northern portions of the county.
Kendall County City of Boerne Building Inspections; Kendall County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Kendall County is one of the fastest-growing counties in Texas, driven by San Antonio and Austin metro expansion into the Hill Country. Boerne is the county seat. Site plans must address impervious cover limits tied to the Edwards Aquifer recharge zone and Guadalupe River floodplain compliance. HOA ARC review is common in new subdivisions.
Brown County City of Brownwood Building Inspections; Brown County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Brown County is in West-Central Texas with Brownwood as its county seat. Site plans are required for new construction and additions in incorporated areas. Lake Brownwood shoreline properties face additional drainage and setback review requirements.
Wharton County City of Wharton Building Inspections; Wharton County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Wharton County is in the Texas coastal plain southwest of Houston. The Colorado and San Bernard rivers create substantial floodplain zones; site plans must address FEMA flood compliance and drainage. The county is within a coastal windstorm exposure zone.
Caldwell County City of Lockhart Building Inspections; Caldwell County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Caldwell County, between Austin and San Antonio, is growing rapidly as an Austin metro expansion area. Lockhart is the county seat. Site plans are required for new construction and additions. The San Marcos River floodplain affects parcels in the northern portion of the county.
Hill County City of Hillsboro Building Inspections; Hill County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Hill County is in Central Texas with Hillsboro as its county seat. Site plans are required for new construction and additions in incorporated areas. Aquilla and Aquilla Lake areas introduce floodplain review requirements for nearby parcels.
Howard County City of Big Spring Building Inspections; Howard County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Howard County is in West Texas with Big Spring as its county seat. Site plans are required for new construction and additions. Permian Basin energy activity drives commercial construction in the county; TDLR accessibility review applies to qualifying commercial projects.
Andrews County City of Andrews Building Inspections; Andrews County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Andrews County is in the Permian Basin of West Texas. Site plans are required for new construction and additions. Energy sector growth drives significant commercial construction; TDLR accessibility review applies to qualifying commercial projects over $50,000.
Aransas County City of Rockport Building Inspections; Aransas County Building Permits (unincorporated areas) Aransas County is on the Texas Gulf Coast and home to Rockport, a coastal community that sustained major damage in Hurricane Harvey (2017). All new construction and additions require TWIA windstorm compliance documentation. Coastal setbacks, storm surge zones, and bay-front drainage are critical site plan elements.

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