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§ TX Ector County
County building permits

Unincorporated Ector County

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

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Ector County Development Services

Street address
1010 E. 8th St., Suite 114, Odessa, TX 79761
Phone
432-498-4241
Email
development.services@ectorcountytx.gov
Coverage
All properties in unincorporated Ector County outside City of Odessa and City of Goldsmith limits.
Online portal
Ector County Development Services
In-person and online forms
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Ector County

Development Structure, Drive Approach, Right-of-Way, Cell Tower, and Septic permits are available through Ector County Development Services for unincorporated-area development activity. Ector County does not operate a full municipal building permit program for all construction types; county permits target development elevation, access, and septic compliance.

§ 03

Fee schedule

Ector County building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Development Structure, Drive Approach, Right-of-Way, and Cell Tower permits: no charge. Septic permit: $250 residential, $450 commercial.
§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

Typical sequence: Development Structure permits trigger an inspection when forms are set or a mobile home is set.

Source: Ector County Development Services ↗

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about unincorporated Ector County permits

01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Ector County, TX? ▸
Development Structure, Drive Approach, Right-of-Way, Cell Tower, and Septic permits are available through Ector County Development Services for unincorporated-area development activity. Ector County does not operate a full municipal building permit program for all construction types; county permits target development elevation, access, and septic compliance.
02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Ector County, TX? ▸
Building permit fees in unincorporated Ector County, TX are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Development Structure, Drive Approach, Right-of-Way, and Cell Tower permits: no charge. Septic permit: $250 residential, $450 commercial..
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Ector County, TX? ▸
Building permit processing times in unincorporated Ector County, TX typically run Processing time varies by permit type. Contact county for specific timelines.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
last verified April 2026 source Ector County Development Services ↗ entry id permits/texas/ector/unincorporated
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Ector County Development Services before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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