County Building Permits

Bexar County, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Building permit information for unincorporated Bexar County and all incorporated cities. Find your jurisdiction's permit authority, application process, fees, and requirements.

Texas Updated March 2026

Important: Bexar County issues building permits only for properties in unincorporated areas of the county. If your property is inside an incorporated city, select your city below — that city's building department handles your permits, not the county.

Unincorporated Bexar County

Permit authority
Bexar County Fire Marshal's Office, with Bexar County Public Works permit-verification review
Phone
Fire Marshal's Office 210-335-0300; Public Works 210-335-6700
Address
Fire Marshal's Office, 9810 Southton Rd., San Antonio, TX 78223; Public Works, 1948 Probandt St., San Antonio, TX 78214

Jurisdictions in Bexar County

Select your jurisdiction for local permit authority, portal links, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

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Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the relevant city or county department before applying.

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Important: This page is an educational resource provided by jaspector.com. It is not legal advice, and it does not substitute for official guidance from the permit authorities listed above. Permit requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the issuing department before beginning any construction project. Use of this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Jaspector assumes no liability for any outcomes arising from reliance on this information.