Highland Haven, TX — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Building Permits

Street address

510 Highland Drive, Suite A, Highland Haven, TX 78654

Phone

(830) 265-4366

buildingpermits@highlandhaventx.com

Coverage

Applies inside Highland Haven city limits. Highland Haven publishes a detailed property development permit application and ordinance-based permit program.

Website

Department website

Additional resources

Forms and Permits ↗

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Highland Haven

Highland Haven's permit application covers new single-family residence, major and minor remodels, waterfront work, outbuildings, secondary structures, non-structure work such as fences, propane tanks, septic, driveways, concrete, electric panels, irrigation systems, and demolition.

Note: No public exempt-work list was found. Highland Haven instead publishes an affirmative permit-application list covering many common project types.

Required documents

Signed permit application
Complete written description or architectural plans
Contractor licensing information
Ordinance acknowledgement
Certified site survey where needed
LCRA floodplain compliance certificate
LCRA septic approval or continued use authorization
Elevation certificate in flood zones
Architectural plan
Engineered foundation plan where required
Additional waterfront documents
Form/foundation survey for certain projects

Building code: Application requires adherence to the International Building Code and city ordinances. The exact current I-code edition should be confirmed directly with the city because the application form does not print the edition.
Permit validity: Initial permit periods of 6 or 12 months depending on scope, with 3-month extensions.
Owner-builder: Property owner acting as contractor must submit a Homeowner's License Exemption Permit application.
Contractor requirements: Licensed tradesmen must provide a valid TDLR license number before work is performed; contractors are responsible for compliance.

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Minimum 7 days after receipt of all required supporting documentation for new residence, major remodeling, and waterfront construction.

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Use the Property Development Permit Application and select the project type.
02

For commercial development, contact city offices for a preliminary discussion before continuing.
03

Gather the required supporting documents, including site survey, plans, licensing information, floodplain items, septic approvals, and other project-specific materials.
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Submit the application signed by the property owner, plus contractor information and acknowledgements.
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City review includes permit officer approval, elected official approval, and Planning and Zoning signature if required.
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Pay permit fees, inspection fees, and deposits at the current ordinance rates.
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Obtain required building code inspections and, for new residences, a certificate of occupancy before habitation.

Typical processing time: Minimum 7 days after receipt of all required supporting documentation for new residence, major remodeling, and waterfront construction.

Source: Building Permits ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Highland Haven building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

Secondary structures start at $100 city permit fee, plus inspection and deposit components. Non-structure work starts at $100 city permit fee.

Plan check fee

Included within category-specific permit fee structure; new single-family residence fees vary by square footage.

Permit fee formula

Flat-fee schedule by project category, with separate city fee, inspection fee, construction compliance deposit, building code inspection cost, permit period, extension fee, and certificate/deposit items.

Reinspection fee

Building code inspections are charged at $75 each as required by scope of work. Failure to obtain inspection is $500 per inspection. Stop work order is $250. Construction site cleanup violation is $200 per day.

Penalty (no permit)

Stop work order: $250. Construction site cleanup violation: $200 per day. Other nuisance and scope-change penalties are listed in the fee ordinance.

City applies fees, deposits, and extensions at the rates in effect when payment is due.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Contact the city permit office (phone)

Typical sequence: Temporary power / plumbing rough in; foundation / UFER / in-slab water distribution; sheathing / framing / rough trade inspections; insulation; lath and masonry tie; wallboard; final building, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, gas, electric service, and customer service inspection for new water service.

Building code inspections are required and may be grouped for efficiency.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Highland Haven permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Highland Haven, TX? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in Highland Haven, TX? ▸

Building permit fees in Highland Haven, TX are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Secondary structures start at $100 city permit fee, plus inspection and deposit components. Non-structure work starts at $100 city permit fee.. Fees are calculated as: Flat-fee schedule by project category, with separate city fee, inspection fee, construction compliance deposit, building code inspection cost, permit period, extension fee, and certificate/deposit items.. Plan check fee: Included within category-specific permit fee structure; new single-family residence fees vary by square footage..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Highland Haven, TX? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Highland Haven, TX, follow these steps: 1. Use the Property Development Permit Application and select the project type. 2. For commercial development, contact city offices for a preliminary discussion before continuing. 3. Gather the required supporting documents, including site survey, plans, licensing information, floodplain items, septic approvals, and other project-specific materials. 4. Submit the application signed by the property owner, plus contractor information and acknowledgements. 5. City review includes permit officer approval, elected official approval, and Planning and Zoning signature if required. 6. Pay permit fees, inspection fees, and deposits at the current ordinance rates. 7. Obtain required building code inspections and, for new residences, a certificate of occupancy before habitation.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Highland Haven, TX? ▸

Building permit processing times in Highland Haven, TX typically run Minimum 7 days after receipt of all required supporting documentation for new residence, major remodeling, and waterfront construction.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Highland Haven, TX? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Highland Haven, TX via: Contact the city permit office.

last verified April 2026 source Building Permits ↗ entry id permits/texas/burnet/highland-haven

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Permits before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

City of Highland Haven