Marble Falls, TX — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Development Services Department, Building Division

Street address

801 4th Street, Marble Falls, TX 78654

Phone

(830) 798-7095

jqualls@marblefallstx.gov

Coverage

Marble Falls extends into Burnet and Travis counties. This section covers the Burnet County portion only, and parcel-level county verification is recommended near the county line.

Online portal

MGO Connect / MyGovernmentOnline

MyGovernmentOnline

Website

Department website

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Marble Falls

Marble Falls runs a full building permit program and requires separate permits for plumbing, electrical, irrigation, and mechanical work through licensed contractors or qualifying homeowners.

Note: No public exempt-work list was found in the sources reviewed.

Required documents

Site plan
Floor plans
Elevations
Structural details
Utility and development materials
Contractor information packet for subcontractors
Trade-specific plans
Other packet-listed materials depending on project type

Building code: Marble Falls' Building page lists the 2018 International Building Code, 2018 IRC, 2018 IPC, 2018 IMC, 2018 IFGC, 2018 IECC, 2018 IFC, and 2018 International Pool and Spa Code.
Permit validity: Permit becomes void if work is not commenced within 6 months, or if work is suspended or abandoned for 6 months after starting.
Owner-builder: A homeowner's permit is required to do your own plumbing, electrical, or mechanical work, and the legal residence must be a homesteaded property.
Contractor requirements: Contractors must be registered with the city before performing work and must provide a contractor information packet, master license, driver's license, and certificate of insurance.

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: No standard public review-time estimate found in the sources reviewed.

01

Use the residential or commercial permit information packet to assemble the required plans and documents.
02

Apply through the city's MGO Connect customer portal.
03

Submit plans, trade information, and project materials through the portal.
04

Respond to review comments and resubmit if needed.
05

After permit issuance, post the permit at the site.
06

Schedule inspections through the portal or the 24-hour inspection hotline.
07

Pass the final inspection to close out the permit and obtain a certificate of occupancy where required.

Typical processing time: No standard public review-time estimate found in the sources reviewed.

Source: Development Services Department, Building Division ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Marble Falls building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

See city fee schedules for current rates; exact amounts are referenced throughout the permit packets.

Plan check fee

Published by the city fee schedules; exact amount depends on project and fee table.

Permit fee formula

Mixed fee schedule by permit type and trade; see city fee schedules.

Reinspection fee

Reinspection fee applies starting with the third inspection for the same unresolved inspection item. All reinspection fees must be paid before final certificate of occupancy issuance.

Portal supports payment tracking and online fee payment.

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

MGO portal (online)
24-hour inspection hotline (phone)

Inspection hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (for hotline)

Typical sequence: Substantial phase inspections by project stage; packet examples include rough trade inspections, building final, and final inspection for certificate of occupancy.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Marble Falls permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Marble Falls, TX? ▸

Marble Falls runs a full building permit program and requires separate permits for plumbing, electrical, irrigation, and mechanical work through licensed contractors or qualifying homeowners.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Marble Falls, TX? ▸

Building permit fees in Marble Falls, TX are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is See city fee schedules for current rates; exact amounts are referenced throughout the permit packets.. Fees are calculated as: Mixed fee schedule by permit type and trade; see city fee schedules.. Plan check fee: Published by the city fee schedules; exact amount depends on project and fee table..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Marble Falls, TX? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Marble Falls, TX, follow these steps: 1. Use the residential or commercial permit information packet to assemble the required plans and documents. 2. Apply through the city's MGO Connect customer portal. 3. Submit plans, trade information, and project materials through the portal. 4. Respond to review comments and resubmit if needed. 5. After permit issuance, post the permit at the site. 6. Schedule inspections through the portal or the 24-hour inspection hotline. 7. Pass the final inspection to close out the permit and obtain a certificate of occupancy where required.

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

Building permit processing times in Marble Falls, TX typically run No standard public review-time estimate found in the sources reviewed.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Marble Falls, TX? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Marble Falls, TX via: MGO portal, 24-hour inspection hotline.

last verified April 2026 source Development Services Department, Building Division ↗ entry id permits/texas/burnet/marble-falls

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Development Services Department, Building Division before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

City of Marble Falls