How do I apply for a building permit in Seminole, TX?

1. Confirm the parcel is inside Seminole city limits and identify the permit type. The public iWorQ portal has separate application paths for electrical, HVAC, plumbing, commercial building, residential building, and mobile home permits. 2. Complete the applicable online application or contact Code Enforcement/Permits directly. The public residential application requires property information, owner and customer information, project type, square footage, project cost, floodplain status, and file uploads. 3. Upload required supporting documents. The portal states contractor submissions must attach plans plus state license, certificate of insurance, and driver license materials, depending on permit type. 4. Submit the application to the city. The public portal states the linked contractor must be current to submit the form. 5. Pay the required fee. Seminole's code states building inspection fees are set by city council and kept on file in the city office; the public code page does not publish the actual fee table. 6. Wait for city review and issuance. For electrical work, the code states the enforcement officers issue the permit after proper application and payment of required inspection fees. 7. Schedule inspections. For electrical work, permit holders must allow the office twenty-four hours, excluding Sundays and holidays, before proceeding when an installation is ready for inspection. 8. Obtain final approval before utility connection or project closeout. The electrical code requires a certificate of compliance before electric service is connected.

What work is exempt from building permits in Seminole, TX?

The following work is generally exempt: Repairing flush and tumbler switches; Replacing fuses; Changing lamp sockets; Changing receptacles; Maintenance and repairs on premises of a person regularly employing a qualified maintenance electrician for that purpose. Note: Electrical work exemptions are listed in the city code. No broader public exempt-work list for general building, plumbing, or mechanical permits was found on the city website or code pages reviewed.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Seminole, TX?

Inspections can be scheduled via: (432) 758-3705, iWorQ portal. For electrical work, permit holders must allow the office twenty-four hours, excluding Sundays and holidays, before proceeding when an installation is ready for inspection..

City Building Permits

Seminole, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Gaines County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Seminole. The city website also links to a city limits map for parcel-level confirmation.

Department: Code Enforcement/Permits
Address: 409 N.W. Avenue F, Seminole, TX 79360
Phone: (432) 758-3705
Email: fjones@cityofseminoletx.org
Website: https://cityofseminoletx.org/services/permits/

Online Permit Portal

Open iWorQ Citizen Portal

Platform: iWorQ • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

Confirm the parcel is inside Seminole city limits and identify the permit type. The public iWorQ portal has separate application paths for electrical, HVAC, plumbing, commercial building, residential building, and mobile home permits.
Complete the applicable online application or contact Code Enforcement/Permits directly. The public residential application requires property information, owner and customer information, project type, square footage, project cost, floodplain status, and file uploads.
Upload required supporting documents. The portal states contractor submissions must attach plans plus state license, certificate of insurance, and driver license materials, depending on permit type.
Submit the application to the city. The public portal states the linked contractor must be current to submit the form.
Pay the required fee. Seminole's code states building inspection fees are set by city council and kept on file in the city office; the public code page does not publish the actual fee table.
Wait for city review and issuance. For electrical work, the code states the enforcement officers issue the permit after proper application and payment of required inspection fees.
Schedule inspections. For electrical work, permit holders must allow the office twenty-four hours, excluding Sundays and holidays, before proceeding when an installation is ready for inspection.
Obtain final approval before utility connection or project closeout. The electrical code requires a certificate of compliance before electric service is connected.

Source: Code Enforcement/Permits

General Requirements

The city permit department issues permits for building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical projects. The electrical code specifically requires a permit before beginning electrical installation or alteration work on any building or premises in the city, or that is connected or will be connected to city water or sewer.

Required Documents

Building plans
Copy of state license (contractor)
Certificate of insurance
Copy of driver license (contractor)
For electrical work: electrical plans and state electrical license
For HVAC work: HVAC plans and state mechanical/HVAC license
For plumbing work: plans and state plumbing license
For mobile home: site placement plan, mobile home mover state license, sales agreement, land ownership proof, and photos if used

Building code: 2021 International Building Code, 2021 International Residential Code, 2023 National Electrical Code, 2021 International Fuel Gas Code, 2021 International Plumbing Code, 2021 International Energy Conservation Code, 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
Owner-builder: The electrical code allows permits to owners for electrical repair work in their dwellings. The code also allows permits to owners erecting a dwelling they intend to live in, but only after an ownership-and-intent affidavit is submitted, and no more often than once every two calendar years.
Contractor requirements: The public portal requires contractor-linked submissions and requires state license documentation for electrical, HVAC, plumbing, commercial building, residential building, and mobile home mover applications. Seminole's electrical code also requires a current certificate of qualification for persons acting as master electrician or master sign electrician within the city.

Fees

Payment note: Fees are set by city council and kept on file in the city office. The public code page does not publish the actual fee table. For electrical work, required inspection fees must be paid before permit issuance.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Repairing flush and tumbler switches
Replacing fuses
Changing lamp sockets
Changing receptacles
Maintenance and repairs on premises of a person regularly employing a qualified maintenance electrician for that purpose

Important: Electrical work exemptions are listed in the city code. No broader public exempt-work list for general building, plumbing, or mechanical permits was found on the city website or code pages reviewed.

Inspections

How to Schedule

(432) 758-3705 (phone)
iWorQ portal (online)

Scheduling deadline: For electrical work, permit holders must allow the office twenty-four hours, excluding Sundays and holidays, before proceeding when an installation is ready for inspection.
Inspection hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (City Hall hours)

Typical inspection sequence: For electrical work: rough-in inspection, then final inspection after fixtures and appliances are installed. Concealed wiring must be inspected before concealment. Inspections are also conducted for building, plumbing, and mechanical permits, but detailed sequences are not published for each trade.

Additional Resources

Building code: 2021 International Building Code, 2021 International Residential Code, 2023 National Electrical Code, 2021 International Fuel Gas Code, 2021 International Plumbing Code, 2021 International Energy Conservation Code, 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
Zoning information: View zoning info
City Permits Page
City Code of Ordinances
Flood Damage Prevention Regulations
City Limits Map
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 Code Enforcement/Permits before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Seminole Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Seminole, TX?: The city permit department issues permits for building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical projects. The electrical code specifically requires a permit before beginning electrical installation or alteration work on any building or premises in the city, or that is connected or will be connected to city water or sewer.
How do I apply for a building permit in Seminole, TX?: 1. Confirm the parcel is inside Seminole city limits and identify the permit type. The public iWorQ portal has separate application paths for electrical, HVAC, plumbing, commercial building, residential building, and mobile home permits. 2. Complete the applicable online application or contact Code Enforcement/Permits directly. The public residential application requires property information, owner and customer information, project type, square footage, project cost, floodplain status, and file uploads. 3. Upload required supporting documents. The portal states contractor submissions must attach plans plus state license, certificate of insurance, and driver license materials, depending on permit type. 4. Submit the application to the city. The public portal states the linked contractor must be current to submit the form. 5. Pay the required fee. Seminole's code states building inspection fees are set by city council and kept on file in the city office; the public code page does not publish the actual fee table. 6. Wait for city review and issuance. For electrical work, the code states the enforcement officers issue the permit after proper application and payment of required inspection fees. 7. Schedule inspections. For electrical work, permit holders must allow the office twenty-four hours, excluding Sundays and holidays, before proceeding when an installation is ready for inspection. 8. Obtain final approval before utility connection or project closeout. The electrical code requires a certificate of compliance before electric service is connected.
What work is exempt from building permits in Seminole, TX?: The following work is generally exempt: Repairing flush and tumbler switches; Replacing fuses; Changing lamp sockets; Changing receptacles; Maintenance and repairs on premises of a person regularly employing a qualified maintenance electrician for that purpose. Note: Electrical work exemptions are listed in the city code. No broader public exempt-work list for general building, plumbing, or mechanical permits was found on the city website or code pages reviewed.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Seminole, TX?: Inspections can be scheduled via: (432) 758-3705, iWorQ portal. For electrical work, permit holders must allow the office twenty-four hours, excluding Sundays and holidays, before proceeding when an installation is ready for inspection..

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