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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for McKinney
Building permits required for construction within City of McKinney.
- Building code
- 2024 IBC, IRC, IPC, IMC, IFGC, IECC, IPMC, ISPSC, IFC, and 2023 NEC (effective October 1, 2025)
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Create account or log in to Citizen Self-Service portal.
- 02 Submit permit application, plans, and supporting documents.
- 03 City staff reviews for completeness and performs plan review.
- 04 Pay fees.
- 05 Request inspections through Citizen Self-Service.
- 06 Obtain final approval.
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Citizen Self-Service Portal (online)
- Scheduling deadline
- All inspections must be scheduled through Citizen Self-Service
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about McKinney permits
01 Do I need a building permit in McKinney, TX? ▸
Building permits required for construction within City of McKinney.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in McKinney, TX? ▸
To apply for a building permit in McKinney, TX, follow these steps: 1. Create account or log in to Citizen Self-Service portal. 2. Submit permit application, plans, and supporting documents. 3. City staff reviews for completeness and performs plan review. 4. Pay fees. 5. Request inspections through Citizen Self-Service. 6. Obtain final approval.
03 How do I schedule a building inspection in McKinney, TX? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in McKinney, TX via: Citizen Self-Service Portal. All inspections must be scheduled through Citizen Self-Service.
last verified April 2026
source City of McKinney Building Inspections ↗
entry id permits/texas/collin/mckinney
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of McKinney Building Inspections before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.