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Town of Clint

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

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Town administration and code-enforcement / building-inspector functions

Street address
Town Hall, 200 San Elizario Rd., Clint, Texas 79836
Coverage
All properties within the Town of Clint.
Online portal
Town Ordinances and Code Documents
Town website with ordinance PDFs
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Clint

Building permits and certificates of occupancy are required for covered work. Ordinance 144 requires permits for work in the city right-of-way.

Ordinance 144: utility service installations and repairs requiring excavation depth of two feet or less in unpaved portions of city rights-of-way
Ordinance 144: utility pole installation or removal in unpaved portions of city rights-of-way
  • Exempt Ordinance 144: utility service installations and repairs requiring excavation depth of two feet or less in unpaved portions of city rights-of-way
  • Exempt Ordinance 144: utility pole installation or removal in unpaved portions of city rights-of-way

Note: Emergency work may begin before the right-of-way permit is issued, but the ordinance requires notice and prompt follow-up submission. These exceptions come from the right-of-way construction ordinance, not from a general building-code exempt-work table.

Required documents
  • For right-of-way permits: applicant contact information, work location, work duration and schedule, work description, drawings, traffic control plan, one-call verification number
Building code
Town has Building Inspector role tied to building permits and certificates of occupancy. Full consolidated building-code adoption summary not cleanly available on current public website. Confirm latest adopted building-code edition directly with Town Hall.
Permit validity
Not clearly stated on town page; confirm directly with code enforcement.
Owner-builder
Not clearly stated on town page.
Contractor requirements
Not clearly stated on town pages, although permit ordinances are posted.

Source: Town administration and code-enforcement / building-inspector functions ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Certificate of occupancy is issued within five days after the owner notifies the Building Inspector of completion, if work conforms to the ordinance.

  1. 01
    Contact Town Hall or the town's code-enforcement administration to confirm the applicable permit or certificate-of-occupancy requirement.
  2. 02
    For building-related work, apply for the building permit through the town's building-inspector process. Written application for a certificate of occupancy for a new or altered building is made at the same time as the application for the building permit.
  3. 03
    For work in the public right-of-way, comply with Ordinance 144. Requires a permit before performing work in or under a city street, alley, sidewalk, parkway, or driveway within the city right-of-way.
  4. 04
    After completion of work, request the required certificate of occupancy where applicable. Certificate of occupancy is to be issued within five days after the owner notifies the Building Inspector of completion, if the work conforms to the ordinance.

Typical processing time: Certificate of occupancy is issued within five days after the owner notifies the Building Inspector of completion, if work conforms to the ordinance.

Source: Town administration and code-enforcement / building-inspector functions ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Clint building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Building permit fees vary; Ordinance 144 (right-of-way work) sets $50 permit fee per permit issued

Not clearly stated on town page.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • (915) 851-3146 (phone)
Inspection hours
Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Typical sequence: Building Inspector and Mayor or designee administer permit and certificate-of-occupancy compliance; exact inspection-request procedure not clearly posted.

Source: Town administration and code-enforcement / building-inspector functions ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Clint permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Clint, TX?
Building permits and certificates of occupancy are required for covered work. Ordinance 144 requires permits for work in the city right-of-way.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Clint, TX?
Building permit fees in Clint, TX are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Building permit fees vary; Ordinance 144 (right-of-way work) sets $50 permit fee per permit issued.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Clint, TX?
To apply for a building permit in Clint, TX, follow these steps: 1. Contact Town Hall or the town's code-enforcement administration to confirm the applicable permit or certificate-of-occupancy requirement. 2. For building-related work, apply for the building permit through the town's building-inspector process. Written application for a certificate of occupancy for a new or altered building is made at the same time as the application for the building permit. 3. For work in the public right-of-way, comply with Ordinance 144. Requires a permit before performing work in or under a city street, alley, sidewalk, parkway, or driveway within the city right-of-way. 4. After completion of work, request the required certificate of occupancy where applicable. Certificate of occupancy is to be issued within five days after the owner notifies the Building Inspector of completion, if the work conforms to the ordinance.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Clint, TX?
Building permit processing times in Clint, TX typically run Certificate of occupancy is issued within five days after the owner notifies the Building Inspector of completion, if work conforms to the ordinance.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Clint, TX?
Not all construction work requires a permit in Clint, TX. The following work is generally exempt: Ordinance 144: utility service installations and repairs requiring excavation depth of two feet or less in unpaved portions of city rights-of-way; Ordinance 144: utility pole installation or removal in unpaved portions of city rights-of-way. Note: Emergency work may begin before the right-of-way permit is issued, but the ordinance requires notice and prompt follow-up submission. These exceptions come from the right-of-way construction ordinance, not from a general building-code exempt-work table. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Clint, TX?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Clint, TX via: (915) 851-3146.
last verified April 2026 source Town administration and code-enforcement / building-inspector functions ↗ entry id permits/texas/el-paso/clint

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town administration and code-enforcement / building-inspector functions before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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