Frankston, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Frankston spans Anderson and Henderson counties. This entry covers only the Anderson County portion of the city. Parcel-level jurisdiction should be confirmed near the county line.

Department

City Hall

Address

240 W. Main Street, Frankston, TX 75763

Phone

903-876-2241

Email

cityhall@frankstontx.gov

Website

https://www.frankstontexas.com/

Application Process

1. Submit the building-permit application to City Hall.
2. Include at minimum: applicant's name, mailing address, and phone number; building type; site location; outside dimensions; construction materials for foundation, floor, and exterior walls; anchoring method; first-floor elevation above ground at the highest point of the foundation level before and after grading; and proposed start date.
3. Pay the permit fee with the application.
4. The ordinance states the permit shall be granted unless the project violates any flood-zone ordinance or other city ordinance.
5. For commercial and non-residential construction, also comply with the city's Construction Ordinance 030816-2.

Source: City Hall

General Requirements

Frankston's building permit ordinance requires a permit before construction or placement of any single-family residence, multiple-family residence, or any building used for business, commercial, manufacturing, storage, or warehousing. The ordinance also requires permits for remodeling or repair of those structures.

Required Documents

• Applicant's name, mailing address, and phone number
• Building type
• Site location and outside dimensions
• Construction materials for foundation, floor, and exterior walls
• Anchoring method
• First-floor elevation above ground at the highest point of the foundation level before and after grading
• Proposed start date

Permit validity

Permit valid for 120 days from issuance. Becomes void if construction has not begun within that period unless renewed within that period.

Building code

The city ordinances page lists a Building Permit / Construction Ordinance and a separate ordinance titled 'Standard codes relating to Inspections,' but a clearly identified currently adopted building-code edition was not located.

Contractor requirements

No public city contractor license or registration rule was clearly posted in the sources reviewed

Fees

Minimum permit fee

$25

Plan check fee

$300 application fee plus $0.20 per square foot of impermeable surface (roofing, sidewalks, parking lots, driveways) for commercial and non-residential permits

Permit fee formula

Flat-fee schedule by project type and size

Penalty (no permit)

Violations punishable by misdemeanor fine of not less than $50 and not more than $1,000 per day

Payment note

The ordinance requires payment to accompany each permit application. Fee is returned if the application is denied.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

• Above-ground or below-ground pools
• Fencing
• Replace central heat and air
• Replace hot water heater
• Driveway repair
• Roof repair or installation
• Sprinkler system

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours

City Hall hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: No public inspection sequence was clearly posted. The ordinance references a separate construction ordinance for commercial and non-residential projects.

Additional Resources

• Building code: The city ordinances page lists a Building Permit / Construction Ordinance and a separate ordinance titled 'Standard codes relating to Inspections,' but a clearly identified currently adopted building-code edition was not located.
• City Ordinances
• Contacts Directory
• ETCOG Regional Directory
• License lookup guide: Texas Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Texas Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Texas hub: Texas Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Frankston Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Frankston, TX?

Frankston's building permit ordinance requires a permit before construction or placement of any single-family residence, multiple-family residence, or any building used for business, commercial, manufacturing, storage, or warehousing. The ordinance also requires permits for remodeling or repair of those structures.

How much does a building permit cost in Frankston, TX?

The minimum permit fee is $25. Fees are calculated as: Flat-fee schedule by project type and size. Plan check fee: $300 application fee plus $0.20 per square foot of impermeable surface (roofing, sidewalks, parking lots, driveways) for commercial and non-residential permits.

How do I apply for a building permit in Frankston, TX?

1. Submit the building-permit application to City Hall. 2. Include at minimum: applicant's name, mailing address, and phone number; building type; site location; outside dimensions; construction materials for foundation, floor, and exterior walls; anchoring method; first-floor elevation above ground at the highest point of the foundation level before and after grading; and proposed start date. 3. Pay the permit fee with the application. 4. The ordinance states the permit shall be granted unless the project violates any flood-zone ordinance or other city ordinance. 5. For commercial and non-residential construction, also comply with the city's Construction Ordinance 030816-2.

What work is exempt from building permits in Frankston, TX?

The following work is generally exempt: Above-ground or below-ground pools; Fencing; Replace central heat and air; Replace hot water heater; Driveway repair; Roof repair or installation; Sprinkler system.

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