City Building Permits

Whiteface, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Cochran County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Whiteface.

Department
City of Whiteface, City Hall
Address
404 N Fillmore St, Whiteface, TX 79379
Phone
806-287-1111
Website
http://www.whiteface.tx.citygovt.org/

Application Process

  1. Contact Whiteface City Hall before starting work.
  2. Confirm whether the city requires any local approval for the specific project.
  3. If the project involves floodplain development, confirm requirements directly with the local floodplain contact.
  4. If the project involves an on-site sewage facility, use TCEQ OARS and coordinate with TCEQ Region 2 in Lubbock.
  5. Submit any city-requested materials offline as directed by City Hall.
  6. Do not assume a conventional city building permit program exists until the city confirms it for the parcel and project type.

Source: City of Whiteface, City Hall

General Requirements

No clearly documented public general building-permit program found. The official city website publishes city contact information, office hours, and utility-payment information, but not permit triggers, forms, or fee schedules. Confirmed controls are floodplain administration and state OSSF permitting through TCEQ Region 2.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Whiteface, City Hall to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours
Monday through Thursday 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM; Friday 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Whiteface, City Hall before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Whiteface Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Whiteface, TX?
No clearly documented public general building-permit program found. The official city website publishes city contact information, office hours, and utility-payment information, but not permit triggers, forms, or fee schedules. Confirmed controls are floodplain administration and state OSSF permitting through TCEQ Region 2.
How do I apply for a building permit in Whiteface, TX?
1. Contact Whiteface City Hall before starting work. 2. Confirm whether the city requires any local approval for the specific project. 3. If the project involves floodplain development, confirm requirements directly with the local floodplain contact. 4. If the project involves an on-site sewage facility, use TCEQ OARS and coordinate with TCEQ Region 2 in Lubbock. 5. Submit any city-requested materials offline as directed by City Hall. 6. Do not assume a conventional city building permit program exists until the city confirms it for the parcel and project type.

Need help with your project?

Navigating permits in Whiteface can be complicated.

Jaspector connects you with local experts who can review your scope, verify your contractor, and help you understand what permits your project actually needs.

Learn how Jaspector works
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 authority 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.

Other cities in Cochran County

Morton
View all Cochran County jurisdictions →