How much does a building permit cost in Yoakum (DeWitt County portion), TX?

The minimum permit fee is $50 base residential permit fee and $50 minimum MEP permit fee. Fees are calculated as: Mixed: New residential construction is square-foot based. Commercial permits are valuation based. Many repair/replacement permits are flat fees..

What work is exempt from building permits in Yoakum (DeWitt County portion), TX?

The following work is generally exempt: Interior non-structural work (no fee, building permit not required, though MEP permits still apply as required); Detached accessory building or carport 200 square feet or less (no fee). Note: No broader public exempt-work list was found.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Yoakum (DeWitt County portion), TX?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Contact Inspection and Permits / Code Enforcement.

City Building Permits

Yoakum (DeWitt County portion), TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Yoakum (DeWitt County portion), Texas. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Texas DeWitt County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Yoakum extends into both DeWitt and Lavaca Counties. This jurisdiction covers only the DeWitt County portion of city jurisdiction. Parcel-level verification matters near the county line.

Department: Inspection and Permits
Address: 808 Hwy 77A South, Yoakum, TX 77995
Phone: 361-293-6321
Email: cfoutz@yoakumtx.gov
Website: https://www.cityofyoakum.org/departments/inspection_and_permits/index.php

Online Permit Portal

Open iWorQ Permit Portal

Platform: iWorQ • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

Determine permit type. Yoakum covers building and development, plumbing and gas, electrical, and mechanical work.
Prepare and complete the application. A complete set of plans and details, including site plans, must be submitted for compliance review.
Apply through the iWorQ portal and/or complete the city permit application form.
Bring the completed and signed permit application to City Hall, 808 Hwy 77A South, for approval before beginning the project.
Pay all fees before beginning work. Yoakum separately links online payment.
Obtain required inspections. Projects must be inspected by the Code Enforcement Officer and/or other authorized personnel.

Source: Inspection and Permits

General Requirements

A permit must be obtained for all construction projects within city limits, including building and development, plumbing and gas, electrical, and mechanical work.

Required Documents

Complete permit application
Complete set of plans and details including site plans
For residential work, plans should identify material types and the size of the home and property

Building code: 2018 ICC Building Code, 2018 ICC Plumbing Code, 2018 Mechanical Code, 2020 National Electrical Code, and 2018 Residential Code.

Fees

Minimum permit fee: $50 base residential permit fee and $50 minimum MEP permit fee
Permit fee formula: Mixed: New residential construction is square-foot based. Commercial permits are valuation based. Many repair/replacement permits are flat fees.
Reinspection fee: $100 residential / $150 commercial
Penalty (no permit): Work without permit: greater of $100 or double permit fee if work started but not complete; $100 plus double permit fee if work started and completed.
Payment note: Rough-in and final inspections are included in base fees per 2023 fee manual. Yoakum publishes an online municipal payment link.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective 2023).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Interior non-structural work (no fee, building permit not required, though MEP permits still apply as required)
Detached accessory building or carport 200 square feet or less (no fee)

Important: No broader public exempt-work list was found.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Contact Inspection and Permits / Code Enforcement (phone)

Inspection hours: Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Typical inspection sequence: Rough-in and final inspections are included in base fees. All projects must be inspected by the Code Enforcement Officer and/or other authorized personnel.

Additional Resources

Building code: 2018 ICC Building Code, 2018 ICC Plumbing Code, 2018 Mechanical Code, 2020 National Electrical Code, and 2018 Residential Code.
Zoning information: View zoning info
Permit Forms
Backflow Prevention
Code Enforcement Manual 2024
License lookup guide: Texas Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Texas Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Texas hub: Texas Contractor License & Permit Hub

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Yoakum (DeWitt County portion) Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Yoakum (DeWitt County portion), TX?: A permit must be obtained for all construction projects within city limits, including building and development, plumbing and gas, electrical, and mechanical work.
How much does a building permit cost in Yoakum (DeWitt County portion), TX?: The minimum permit fee is $50 base residential permit fee and $50 minimum MEP permit fee. Fees are calculated as: Mixed: New residential construction is square-foot based. Commercial permits are valuation based. Many repair/replacement permits are flat fees..
How do I apply for a building permit in Yoakum (DeWitt County portion), TX?: 1. Determine permit type. Yoakum covers building and development, plumbing and gas, electrical, and mechanical work. 2. Prepare and complete the application. A complete set of plans and details, including site plans, must be submitted for compliance review. 3. Apply through the iWorQ portal and/or complete the city permit application form. 4. Bring the completed and signed permit application to City Hall, 808 Hwy 77A South, for approval before beginning the project. 5. Pay all fees before beginning work. Yoakum separately links online payment. 6. Obtain required inspections. Projects must be inspected by the Code Enforcement Officer and/or other authorized personnel.
What work is exempt from building permits in Yoakum (DeWitt County portion), TX?: The following work is generally exempt: Interior non-structural work (no fee, building permit not required, though MEP permits still apply as required); Detached accessory building or carport 200 square feet or less (no fee). Note: No broader public exempt-work list was found.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Yoakum (DeWitt County portion), TX?: Inspections can be scheduled via: Contact Inspection and Permits / Code Enforcement.

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