City Building Permits

Yorktown, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Texas DeWitt County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Applies within Yorktown city limits in DeWitt County.

Department
Water / Utility / Permits Director
Address
102 W Main, Yorktown, TX 78164
Phone
361-564-2611
Website
https://www.yorktowntx.com/contact-directory/

Application Process

  1. Contact the Water / Utility / Permits Director at City Hall.
  2. Submit the permit application and any required plans. No public application packet is published on the city website.
  3. Pay the permit fees on file in the city secretary's office before permit issuance.
  4. Wait for permit issuance before starting work. Starting permit-required work before obtaining a permit is a violation.

Source: Water / Utility / Permits Director

General Requirements

Yorktown's adopted building code provides for issuance of permits and fee collection. Permit fees apply to buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical, and plumbing systems or alterations requiring a permit.

Building code
2018 International Building Code, including Appendix Chapters C-N except A, B, and H.

Fees

Penalty (no permit)
Violation penalties for work done in violation of code or permit provisions.
Payment note
Permit fees must be paid before permit issuance. Fee schedule is on file in the office of the city secretary.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Water / Utility / Permits Director to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Additional Resources

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Yorktown Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Yorktown, TX?
Yorktown's adopted building code provides for issuance of permits and fee collection. Permit fees apply to buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical, and plumbing systems or alterations requiring a permit.
How do I apply for a building permit in Yorktown, TX?
1. Contact the Water / Utility / Permits Director at City Hall. 2. Submit the permit application and any required plans. No public application packet is published on the city website. 3. Pay the permit fees on file in the city secretary's office before permit issuance. 4. Wait for permit issuance before starting work. Starting permit-required work before obtaining a permit is a violation.

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Important: This page is an educational resource provided by jaspector.com. It is not legal advice, and it does not substitute for official guidance from the permit authority listed above. Permit requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the issuing department before beginning any construction project. Use of this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Jaspector assumes no liability for any outcomes arising from reliance on this information.

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