Pittsburg, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Pittsburg.

Department

Development Services / Building Official

Address

200 Rusk Street, Pittsburg, TX 75686

Phone

903-856-3621

Email

mary.ornelas@pittsburgtx.gov

Website

https://www.pittsburgtx.gov/320/Permits-Forms

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Confirm permit type and download the applicable city form from the Permits and Forms page, or start in the iWorQ permit portal.
2. Prepare the required submittal package. Residential new construction requires a completed application, lot survey, foundation plan, floor plan, framing plan, and electrical layout. Commercial submittals require two printed plan sets, one electronic copy, energy forms, and TAS registration when required.
3. Submit the application and plans to City Hall or through the city portal. The commercial submittal sheet directs applicants to email the electronic set to mary.ornelas@pittsburgtx.gov.
4. The Building Official reviews the plans. Commercial plan review typically takes 14 days.
5. Pay the applicable permit fees and post the issued permit and approved plans on site.
6. Call or email to schedule inspections with at least 24 hours notice. Final approvals and, when applicable, a certificate of occupancy follow successful inspections.

Typical processing time: Commercial plan review: 14 days. Commercial applications must be filed 72 hours before a permit can be granted.

Source: Development Services / Building Official

General Requirements

Pittsburg requires building permits for new residential buildings, residential remodels and additions, commercial buildings, accessory buildings, demolition, moving permits, manufactured homes, signage, and certificates of occupancy. All businesses require a valid certificate of occupancy before occupancy or utility activation.

Required Documents

• Completed permit application
• Site or lot survey
• Construction plans
• Foundation and floor plans
• Framing plans
• Electrical layout
• Energy compliance forms (commercial)
• TAS number for covered commercial work
• Asbestos survey for covered renovation or demolition work

Permit validity

Permit-specific timing such as demolition permits limited to 30 days. No citywide permit expiration rule was found on the public permit pages reviewed.

Building code

2018 International Building Code, International Mechanical Code, International Plumbing Code, International Fire Code, and 2018 NEC for commercial work. Verify with the Building Official which current local ordinance set controls your project.

Owner-builder

Public application forms allow the applicant to identify as owner or contractor. No separate owner-builder affidavit or handbook was found on the reviewed city pages.

Contractor requirements

The city requires trade work to comply with state and local rules. Commercial submittal instructions specifically call for a licensed master electrician and licensed plumber. Pittsburg also publishes an electrician registration form and a separate contractor portal.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

$50

Permit fee formula

Valuation bands for building permits and square-foot based charges for some trades. 2025 electrical ordinance uses a $50 basic fee plus square-foot and per-device charges.

Trade permit fee

$50 (electrical)

Reinspection fee

$75 (electrical)

Payment note

City forms show payment collected by City Hall, typically cash or check on the paper forms. The city also links to Municipal Online Payments for bill pay, but no public note was found that permit fees can be paid there.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Development Services / Building Official to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• iWorQ Permit Search and Inspection Page (online)
• 903-856-3621 (phone)
• acruz@pittsburgtx.net (email)

Scheduling deadline

At least 24 hours notice required. Same-day inspections may not be accommodated.

Inspection hours

Business days

Typical inspection sequence: Permit issuance and approved plans on site, trade inspections as work progresses, final building inspection, and for commercial occupancy the final fire inspection is last before certificate of occupancy completion.

Additional Resources

• Building code: 2018 International Building Code, International Mechanical Code, International Plumbing Code, International Fire Code, and 2018 NEC for commercial work. Verify with the Building Official which current local ordinance set controls your project.
• Verify contractor license: Texas TDLR License Lookup
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Certificate of Occupancy Requirements
• Staff Directory
• Planning and Zoning
• License lookup guide: Texas Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Texas Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Texas hub: Texas Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Pittsburg Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Pittsburg, TX?

Pittsburg requires building permits for new residential buildings, residential remodels and additions, commercial buildings, accessory buildings, demolition, moving permits, manufactured homes, signage, and certificates of occupancy. All businesses require a valid certificate of occupancy before occupancy or utility activation.

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

The minimum permit fee is $50. Fees are calculated as: Valuation bands for building permits and square-foot based charges for some trades. 2025 electrical ordinance uses a $50 basic fee plus square-foot and per-device charges..

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

1. Confirm permit type and download the applicable city form from the Permits and Forms page, or start in the iWorQ permit portal. 2. Prepare the required submittal package. Residential new construction requires a completed application, lot survey, foundation plan, floor plan, framing plan, and electrical layout. Commercial submittals require two printed plan sets, one electronic copy, energy forms, and TAS registration when required. 3. Submit the application and plans to City Hall or through the city portal. The commercial submittal sheet directs applicants to email the electronic set to mary.ornelas@pittsburgtx.gov. 4. The Building Official reviews the plans. Commercial plan review typically takes 14 days. 5. Pay the applicable permit fees and post the issued permit and approved plans on site. 6. Call or email to schedule inspections with at least 24 hours notice. Final approvals and, when applicable, a certificate of occupancy follow successful inspections.

How long does it take to get a building permit in Pittsburg, TX?

Typical processing time is Commercial plan review: 14 days. Commercial applications must be filed 72 hours before a permit can be granted..

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

Inspections can be scheduled via: iWorQ Permit Search and Inspection Page, 903-856-3621, acruz@pittsburgtx.net. At least 24 hours notice required. Same-day inspections may not be accommodated..

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