City Building Permits

Weimar, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Colorado County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Applies inside Weimar city limits only.

Department
Permits / Building Inspections
Address
106 East Main Street, Weimar, TX 78962
Phone
979-725-8554
Website
https://weimartx.gov/departments/building-inspections/

Application Process

  1. Contact Billy Nunn or City Hall to confirm permit type and current submittal requirements.
  2. Download the applicable form from the Weimar permits page (building, re-roof, electric, mechanical, plumbing, swimming pool, mobile food unit, or peddlers).
  3. For building permits, submit the application and required plans. Separate commercial and residential building permit submittal requirements are available.
  4. If the project is commercial electrical work or needs a fire inspection, coordinate with SAFEBuilt at 940-521-0470.
  5. Pay all required permit fees before action is taken on the application.
  6. Complete inspections through the city building official or SAFEBuilt where applicable.
  7. Obtain any required zoning compliance or occupancy clearance before occupancy or utility activation where the code requires it.

Source: Permits / Building Inspections

General Requirements

Permit required for persons and companies intending to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change occupancy of a building, swimming pool, or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert, or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing system.

Required Documents

  • Permit application
  • Project-specific submittals
  • Residential or commercial building permit submittal requirements as applicable
  • Zoning review materials
Building code
2018 International Building Code, 2018 International Residential Code, 2017 National Electrical Code, 2018 International Plumbing Code, 2018 International Mechanical Code, 2018 International Existing Building Code, 2018 International Fire Code, 2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
Owner-builder
Permits are issued only to a person duly licensed to do the work unless exempt under the article.
Contractor requirements
A permit shall only be issued to a person duly licensed to do the work, unless exempt under the article. Failure to obtain a required permit can be grounds for contractor registration revocation.

Fees

Permit fee formula
Not publicly posted. Fee schedule is maintained in the city office and adopted by city council resolution.
Reinspection fee
Reinspection fees may be assessed in amounts adopted by city council resolution.
Penalty (no permit)
2x permit fee if work begins without first obtaining the required permit

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Permits / Building Inspections to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Contact Billy Nunn or City Hall at 979-725-8554 (phone)
  • SAFEBuilt (commercial electrical and fire): 940-521-0470 (phone)
Inspection hours
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: The building official establishes the inspection system and inspections are conducted by a building inspector authorized by the building official.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Permits / Building Inspections before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Weimar Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Weimar, TX?
Permit required for persons and companies intending to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change occupancy of a building, swimming pool, or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert, or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing system.
How much does a building permit cost in Weimar, TX?
Fees are calculated as: Not publicly posted. Fee schedule is maintained in the city office and adopted by city council resolution..
How do I apply for a building permit in Weimar, TX?
1. Contact Billy Nunn or City Hall to confirm permit type and current submittal requirements. 2. Download the applicable form from the Weimar permits page (building, re-roof, electric, mechanical, plumbing, swimming pool, mobile food unit, or peddlers). 3. For building permits, submit the application and required plans. Separate commercial and residential building permit submittal requirements are available. 4. If the project is commercial electrical work or needs a fire inspection, coordinate with SAFEBuilt at 940-521-0470. 5. Pay all required permit fees before action is taken on the application. 6. Complete inspections through the city building official or SAFEBuilt where applicable. 7. Obtain any required zoning compliance or occupancy clearance before occupancy or utility activation where the code requires it.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Weimar, TX?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Contact Billy Nunn or City Hall at 979-725-8554, SAFEBuilt (commercial electrical and fire): 940-521-0470.

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