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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Addison
A building permit is required for all construction and alterations within the Town of Addison.
Note: No standalone exempt-work list identified in reviewed sources.
- Contractor requirements
- Contractor registration is required for contractors working in town.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Create account on permit portal.
- 02 Review permit checklists.
- 03 Submit permit application with required documents.
- 04 City reviews for compliance.
- 05 Pay fees and obtain permit.
Source: Development and Neighborhood Services, Building Safety Division ↗
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- CSS portal (same-day if before 7:00 a.m.) (online)
- Phone (next-business-day if before 3:00 p.m.) (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Same-day inspection if submitted through CSS before 7:00 a.m.; phone requests before 3:00 p.m. are next-business-day
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about Addison permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Addison, TX? ▸
A building permit is required for all construction and alterations within the Town of Addison.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Addison, TX? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Addison, TX, follow these steps: 1. Create account on permit portal. 2. Review permit checklists. 3. Submit permit application with required documents. 4. City reviews for compliance. 5. Pay fees and obtain permit.
03 How do I schedule a building inspection in Addison, TX? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Addison, TX via: CSS portal (same-day if before 7:00 a.m.), Phone (next-business-day if before 3:00 p.m.). Same-day inspection if submitted through CSS before 7:00 a.m.; phone requests before 3:00 p.m. are next-business-day.
last verified April 2026
source Development and Neighborhood Services, Building Safety Division ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Development and Neighborhood Services, Building Safety Division before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.