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

The minimum permit fee is Roofing or siding and cellar permits are $15.00. Fees are calculated as: Flat-fee schedule by permit type.

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

1. Start on the official permits page and open the Google Drive building-permit documents. 2. Complete the permit application with all pertinent information from the contractor or subcontractor; electrical information must be completed and signed by the holder of the master license for that company. 3. Submit the application to the city before any work starts. 4. Pay the applicable permit and inspection fees. 5. Request required inspections from the city during construction. Do not cover work before it is cleared. 6. For new home construction, request the customer service inspection before water service is turned on.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Holliday, TX?

Inspections can be scheduled via: (940) 586-1313.

City Building Permits

Holliday, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Archer County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Holliday.

Department: City Secretary / City of Holliday permit and inspection program
Address: 110 W Olive, Holliday, TX 76366
Phone: (940) 586-1313
Email: city@hollidaytx.gov
Website: https://hollidaytx.gov/city-services/permits/

Online Permit Portal

Open City of Holliday Permits Page

Platform: Official website with Google Drive document library • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

Start on the official permits page and open the Google Drive building-permit documents.
Complete the permit application with all pertinent information from the contractor or subcontractor; electrical information must be completed and signed by the holder of the master license for that company.
Submit the application to the city before any work starts.
Pay the applicable permit and inspection fees.
Request required inspections from the city during construction. Do not cover work before it is cleared.
For new home construction, request the customer service inspection before water service is turned on.

Source: City Secretary / City of Holliday permit and inspection program

General Requirements

Construction or remodeling of residential, commercial, or public buildings within city limits requires a building permit from the city secretary. The published fee schedule also covers carports, outbuildings, patios, additions, remodels, mobile home connections, electrical repair, roofing or siding, swimming pools, sprinkler systems, and cellars.

Required Documents

All pertinent permit information
Contractor or subcontractor information
Master-license signoff for electrical work

Building code: International Residential Code, 2000 edition. Current application materials show the city actively inspects electrical, HVAC, framing, and foundation work. Note: the city does not presently permit or inspect plumbing work as it does not employ a licensed plumbing inspector.
Owner-builder: Owners who own and occupy the property as their primary residence may make electrical repairs after a city permit is issued, without employing a master electrician.
Contractor requirements: Plumbing and electrical contractors working in the city must post a $10,000 bond. Electrical work must be performed by a master licensed and insured electrician. Gas work must be performed by a licensed plumber.

Fees

Minimum permit fee: Roofing or siding and cellar permits are $15.00
Permit fee formula: Flat-fee schedule by permit type
Reinspection fee: $25.00 per plumbing, electrical, and foundation inspection; $25.00 when violations are corrected after rejection
Payment note: Permit fees are paid before permit issuance. The city will not grant or clear utilities for work that was not properly permitted or fully inspected.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City Secretary / City of Holliday permit and inspection program to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

(940) 586-1313 (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: The current application specifically requires inspections for electrical, HVAC, framing, and foundation work. New home construction also requires a customer service inspection before water service is turned on.

Additional Resources

Building code: International Residential Code, 2000 edition. Current application materials show the city actively inspects electrical, HVAC, framing, and foundation work. Note: the city does not presently permit or inspect plumbing work as it does not employ a licensed plumbing inspector.
Zoning information: View zoning info
Code of Ordinances
Contact Us
License lookup guide: Texas Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Texas Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Texas hub: Texas Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City Secretary / City of Holliday permit and inspection program before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Holliday Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Holliday, TX?: Construction or remodeling of residential, commercial, or public buildings within city limits requires a building permit from the city secretary. The published fee schedule also covers carports, outbuildings, patios, additions, remodels, mobile home connections, electrical repair, roofing or siding, swimming pools, sprinkler systems, and cellars.
How much does a building permit cost in Holliday, TX?: The minimum permit fee is Roofing or siding and cellar permits are $15.00. Fees are calculated as: Flat-fee schedule by permit type.
How do I apply for a building permit in Holliday, TX?: 1. Start on the official permits page and open the Google Drive building-permit documents. 2. Complete the permit application with all pertinent information from the contractor or subcontractor; electrical information must be completed and signed by the holder of the master license for that company. 3. Submit the application to the city before any work starts. 4. Pay the applicable permit and inspection fees. 5. Request required inspections from the city during construction. Do not cover work before it is cleared. 6. For new home construction, request the customer service inspection before water service is turned on.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Holliday, TX?: Inspections can be scheduled via: (940) 586-1313.

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