City Building Permits

Diboll, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Diboll, Texas. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Texas Angelina County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Diboll. The permit application also lists a plumbing inspection fee for outside city limits, but the city page does not state that Diboll operates a general extra-territorial building permit program, so parcel-level confirmation is still appropriate outside city limits.

Department
Building Permit & Inspection Services / Permitting Office
Address
400 Kenley St., Diboll, TX 75941
Phone
(936) 829-6808
Website
https://www.cityofdiboll.com/building

Online Permit Portal

Open Municipal Online Services / Tyler Technologies

Platform: Tyler Technologies • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Complete the permit application and prepare a site plan, construction drawings, and drainage plan, if required.
  2. Submit by email to the permitting office, by fax to (936) 829-1179, in person at 400 Kenley Street, or through the city's online payment portal.
  3. Obtain planning and zoning, site plan, and building plan review signoff as applicable. The permit application form includes plan approval lines for Planning and Zoning, Site Plan Review, and Building Plan Review.
  4. Pay all required fees. The city states payment must be received and the permit must be approved before any work begins.
  5. Proceed with construction and request inspections through the permitting office as work progresses.

Typical processing time: No public turnaround estimate found.

Source: Building Permit & Inspection Services / Permitting Office

General Requirements

Diboll's permit handout states permits are required when building, remodeling, or enlarging a building and for other property improvements. The listed permit-triggering work includes additions, remodels involving wall/window/door changes, decks and porches, electrical work, plumbing work, roof replacement, pools, hot tubs and spas, demolition, signs, and new construction of buildings, accessory buildings, garages, carports, patio covers, and gazebos.

Required Documents

  • Completed permit application
  • Site plan
  • Construction drawings
  • Drainage plan (if required)
  • Plan approval signatures (Planning and Zoning, Site Plan Review, Building Plan Review)
Building code
Diboll has adopted the 2018 International Residential Code, 2018 International Building Code, 2018 International Plumbing Code, 2018 International Mechanical Code, 2018 International Fuel Gas Code, 2018 International Existing Building Code, 2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, 2018 International Fire Code, and 2023 National Electric Code.
Owner-builder
The permit application collects owner and builder information, but no separate owner-builder affidavit or local owner-builder rule was found.
Contractor requirements
The permit application requires TDLR license numbers for electrical, plumbing, and HVAC contractors.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$40.00 fence permit; $50.00 for many listed permit categories
Plan check fee
Construction plan review fee is actual cost plus time and materials for both residential and commercial projects.
Permit fee formula
Mixed. New and remodel building permits are base-fee-plus-square-foot formulas. Roofing is base fee plus per square. Many miscellaneous permits are flat fees.
Reinspection fee
$35.00
Penalty (no permit)
Building permit violation penalty fee is $200.00 per day when work starts before permit issuance.
Payment note
The city page states payment must be received before permit approval. The online system requires registration.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective 2025-2026).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Cosmetic work such as painting, wallpapering, carpeting, cabinets, and trim work
  • Replacing electrical fixtures on existing wiring
  • Replacing existing plumbing fixtures

Important: The city's "When a permit is required" handout does not list additional broad exemptions beyond those items.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Permitting Office / Code Compliance Official (in-person)
Inspection hours
Monday through Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Friday 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon.

Typical inspection sequence: Plan review first, then permit issuance, then field inspections as required by the project scope.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Building Permit & Inspection Services / Permitting Office before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Diboll Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Diboll, TX?
Diboll's permit handout states permits are required when building, remodeling, or enlarging a building and for other property improvements. The listed permit-triggering work includes additions, remodels involving wall/window/door changes, decks and porches, electrical work, plumbing work, roof replacement, pools, hot tubs and spas, demolition, signs, and new construction of buildings, accessory buildings, garages, carports, patio covers, and gazebos.
How much does a building permit cost in Diboll, TX?
The minimum permit fee is $40.00 fence permit; $50.00 for many listed permit categories. Fees are calculated as: Mixed. New and remodel building permits are base-fee-plus-square-foot formulas. Roofing is base fee plus per square. Many miscellaneous permits are flat fees.. Plan check fee: Construction plan review fee is actual cost plus time and materials for both residential and commercial projects..
How do I apply for a building permit in Diboll, TX?
1. Complete the permit application and prepare a site plan, construction drawings, and drainage plan, if required. 2. Submit by email to the permitting office, by fax to (936) 829-1179, in person at 400 Kenley Street, or through the city's online payment portal. 3. Obtain planning and zoning, site plan, and building plan review signoff as applicable. The permit application form includes plan approval lines for Planning and Zoning, Site Plan Review, and Building Plan Review. 4. Pay all required fees. The city states payment must be received and the permit must be approved before any work begins. 5. Proceed with construction and request inspections through the permitting office as work progresses.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Diboll, TX?
Typical processing time is No public turnaround estimate found..
What work is exempt from building permits in Diboll, TX?
The following work is generally exempt: Cosmetic work such as painting, wallpapering, carpeting, cabinets, and trim work; Replacing electrical fixtures on existing wiring; Replacing existing plumbing fixtures. Note: The city's "When a permit is required" handout does not list additional broad exemptions beyond those items.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Diboll, TX?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Permitting Office / Code Compliance Official.

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