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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Cuero
Building permits required for electrical, mechanical, construction, and plumbing work, plus moving a building or mobile home. Cuero maintains separate fee lines for reroofs, fences, driveways, accessory buildings, remodels, and new residential construction.
Note: No public exempt-work list was found in the reviewed Cuero materials.
Required documents
- Written project description and/or site plan
- 2 printed plan sets if applicable
- 1 electronic plan set by email
- Deposit
- Tax receipt, closing statement, or deed
- Authorized agent form if applicant is not owner
- Variance application if applicable
- Owner-builder
- Residential form requires authorized agent form when applicant is not the owner.
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors must register with the city. Cuero requires either a $5,000 surety bond or general liability insurance of at least $300,000 naming the City of Cuero as certificate holder, plus a $100 annual registration fee. Building permits will not be issued until this requirement is met.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Up to 30 business days per review.
- 01 Prepare the permit application and project materials. The residential permit form requires written project description and/or site plan, 2 printed plan sets if applicable, 1 electronic plan set by email, deposit, and property/authorization documents as applicable.
- 02 Apply through My Government Online. City directs applicants to apply online before visiting the Building Department.
- 03 City review occurs. City staff review time may take up to 30 business days per review.
- 04 Pay permit and application fees. Cuero accepts credit cards, checks, money orders, or cash.
- 05 Permit is issued after review and payment, then inspections proceed under city inspection requirements.
Typical processing time: Up to 30 business days per review.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Cuero building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$25 plan review and residential minimums; fence $25 (up to 250 linear feet); accessory building $50 (201-500 sq ft); reroof $75; new residential $250
02
Plan check fee
One- and two-family dwelling plan review $25. Multifamily and nonresidential plan review is 1/3 of the permit fee, plus outside review cost if sent out.
03
Permit fee formula
Residential new construction square-foot based: 0-1200 sf $250; 1201-2400 sf $500; 2401-3200 sf $750; 3201+ sf $1,000. Remodel $0.10 per square foot.
City accepts credit cards, checks, money orders, or cash.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Friday 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. No permits issued after 5:00 p.m. Monday-Thursday and after 11:00 a.m. Friday.
Typical sequence: Refer to the city Inspection Requirement Sheet.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Cuero permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Cuero, TX? ▸
Building permits required for electrical, mechanical, construction, and plumbing work, plus moving a building or mobile home. Cuero maintains separate fee lines for reroofs, fences, driveways, accessory buildings, remodels, and new residential construction.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Cuero, TX? ▸
Building permit fees in Cuero, TX are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $25 plan review and residential minimums; fence $25 (up to 250 linear feet); accessory building $50 (201-500 sq ft); reroof $75; new residential $250. Fees are calculated as: Residential new construction square-foot based: 0-1200 sf $250; 1201-2400 sf $500; 2401-3200 sf $750; 3201+ sf $1,000. Remodel $0.10 per square foot.. Plan check fee: One- and two-family dwelling plan review $25. Multifamily and nonresidential plan review is 1/3 of the permit fee, plus outside review cost if sent out..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Cuero, TX? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Cuero, TX, follow these steps: 1. Prepare the permit application and project materials. The residential permit form requires written project description and/or site plan, 2 printed plan sets if applicable, 1 electronic plan set by email, deposit, and property/authorization documents as applicable. 2. Apply through My Government Online. City directs applicants to apply online before visiting the Building Department. 3. City review occurs. City staff review time may take up to 30 business days per review. 4. Pay permit and application fees. Cuero accepts credit cards, checks, money orders, or cash. 5. Permit is issued after review and payment, then inspections proceed under city inspection requirements.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Cuero, TX? ▸
Building permit processing times in Cuero, TX typically run Up to 30 business days per review.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
last verified April 2026
source Building Department / Building Customer Service ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Department / Building Customer Service before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.