How much does a building permit cost in Pampa, TX?

The minimum permit fee is No fee for work valued at $1,000 or less unless inspection is required; if inspection required, $15.00 per inspection. Contractor registration fee: $40.00.. Fees are calculated as: $1,001 to $50,000: $15.00 for first $1,000 plus $5.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof. $50,001 to $100,000: $260.00 for first $50,000 plus $4.00 per additional $1,000. $100,001 to $500,000: $460.00 for first $100,000 plus $3.00 per additional $1,000. $500,001 and up: $1,660.00 for first $500,000 plus $2.00 per additional $1,000.. Plan check fee: Not publicly specified.

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

1. Confirm the parcel is inside Pampa city limits and identify the zoning, setback, drainage, and flood constraints that apply to the site. 2. Complete the City's building permit application with applicant, owner, contractor, occupancy, permit type, project description, and total valuation. 3. Prepare the required submittal package. Pampa's permit manual calls for a completed application and, depending on project type, site plan, foundation plan, floor plan, roof framing plan, structural plans, plumbing plan, electrical plan, mechanical plan, elevations, wall sections, energy documents, drainage plan, landscape compliance, zoning compliance, and asbestos survey for covered demolition or renovation work. 4. If the project is commercial, submit stamped plans by a Texas-registered architect or engineer when required and provide proof of TDLR accessibility review registration for commercial projects valued at $50,000 or more. 5. If the work is being done by a contractor, make sure the contractor is properly licensed where state law requires it and registered with the City of Pampa where the city requires registration. 6. Submit the application, plans, and applicable fees to the Building Department and wait for permit issuance before starting work. 7. Call (806) 669-5740 to schedule required inspections as the job progresses. Pampa states work must remain accessible and exposed until approved. 8. Obtain final inspection approval and, where required, a certificate of occupancy before occupying the structure.

How long does it take to get a building permit in Pampa, TX?

Typical processing time is Not publicly specified.

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

The following work is generally exempt: Fences not over 8 feet high that are not retaining walls; One-story detached residential accessory building of 120 square feet or less (must comply with setback requirements); Driveway work only if not removing curb or replacing approach area. Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm edge cases with the Building Department before proceeding.

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

Inspections can be scheduled via: (806) 669-5740. Call by 3:00 p.m. for same-day inspection.

City Building Permits

Pampa, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Gray County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Pampa.

Department: City of Pampa Code Enforcement / Building Department
Address: 200 W Foster Ave, Room 204, Pampa, TX 79065
Phone: (806) 669-5740
Email: crushing@cityofpampa.org
Website: https://www.cityofpampa.org/departments/public_works/code_enforcement/index.php

Application Process

Confirm the parcel is inside Pampa city limits and identify the zoning, setback, drainage, and flood constraints that apply to the site.
Complete the City's building permit application with applicant, owner, contractor, occupancy, permit type, project description, and total valuation.
Prepare the required submittal package. Pampa's permit manual calls for a completed application and, depending on project type, site plan, foundation plan, floor plan, roof framing plan, structural plans, plumbing plan, electrical plan, mechanical plan, elevations, wall sections, energy documents, drainage plan, landscape compliance, zoning compliance, and asbestos survey for covered demolition or renovation work.
If the project is commercial, submit stamped plans by a Texas-registered architect or engineer when required and provide proof of TDLR accessibility review registration for commercial projects valued at $50,000 or more.
If the work is being done by a contractor, make sure the contractor is properly licensed where state law requires it and registered with the City of Pampa where the city requires registration.
Submit the application, plans, and applicable fees to the Building Department and wait for permit issuance before starting work.
Call (806) 669-5740 to schedule required inspections as the job progresses. Pampa states work must remain accessible and exposed until approved.
Obtain final inspection approval and, where required, a certificate of occupancy before occupying the structure.

Typical processing time: Not publicly specified

Source: City of Pampa Code Enforcement / Building Department

General Requirements

A building permit is required for erection, remodeling, repair, and demolition of buildings or parts thereof, manufactured homes, water heaters, and certain driveway work involving curb or approach removal or replacement.

Required Documents

Completed building permit application
Project plans and supporting documents required by the permit manual for the specific scope
Commercial accessibility registration proof where required
Asbestos survey for covered public or commercial demolition or renovation work
Contractor registration materials where applicable

Permit validity: Not publicly specified
Building code: 2018 International Residential Code, 2018 International Fire Code, 2020 National Electrical Code, 2018 International Building Code, 2018 International Fuel Gas Code, 2018 International Plumbing Code, 2018 International Mechanical Code, 2018 International Energy Conservation Code, 2017 Panhandle Residential Foundation Manual, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code
Owner-builder: Residential work may be performed by a homeowner on the homeowner's own home that they live in. An owner may do electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work on a house only if the owner owns and occupies it as a homestead.
Contractor requirements: All commercial work is required to be performed by licensed contractors. State-licensed trades such as electrical, HVAC, and plumbing require the relevant state license. Some contractor categories must also register with the city and carry category-specific bond or liability coverage. City registration fee: $40.00 for categories requiring registration.

Fees

Minimum permit fee: No fee for work valued at $1,000 or less unless inspection is required; if inspection required, $15.00 per inspection. Contractor registration fee: $40.00.
Plan check fee: Not publicly specified
Permit fee formula: $1,001 to $50,000: $15.00 for first $1,000 plus $5.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof. $50,001 to $100,000: $260.00 for first $50,000 plus $4.00 per additional $1,000. $100,001 to $500,000: $460.00 for first $100,000 plus $3.00 per additional $1,000. $500,001 and up: $1,660.00 for first $500,000 plus $2.00 per additional $1,000.
Trade permit fee: Additional fees required for electrical, mechanical, plumbing, driveways, moved buildings, and signs; specific tables not published in primary sources
Reinspection fee: Not publicly specified
Penalty (no permit): Not publicly specified
Payment note: Direct city submission; no separate online permit-payment workflow identified

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective 2024).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Fences not over 8 feet high that are not retaining walls
One-story detached residential accessory building of 120 square feet or less (must comply with setback requirements)
Driveway work only if not removing curb or replacing approach area

Important: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm edge cases with the Building Department before proceeding.

Inspections

How to Schedule

(806) 669-5740 (phone)

Scheduling deadline: Call by 3:00 p.m. for same-day inspection
Inspection hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Closed 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. for lunch)
Time windows: No specific windows published

Typical inspection sequence: Footing/foundation, stem wall, building drain, building sewer, water piping, water service, slab on grade, strap and shear, underground electrical, rough mechanical, rough plumbing, rough electrical, rough frame, masonry, insulation, wallboard/lath, gas piping, gas clearance, electrical clearance, final inspection, certificate of occupancy before occupancy where required

Additional Resources

Building code: 2018 International Residential Code, 2018 International Fire Code, 2020 National Electrical Code, 2018 International Building Code, 2018 International Fuel Gas Code, 2018 International Plumbing Code, 2018 International Mechanical Code, 2018 International Energy Conservation Code, 2017 Panhandle Residential Foundation Manual, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code
Verify contractor license: Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Zoning information: View zoning info
Engineering, Planning & Zoning
Interactive GIS Maps
Preliminary Flood Maps
Subdivision Construction
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 City of Pampa Code Enforcement / Building Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Pampa Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Pampa, TX?: A building permit is required for erection, remodeling, repair, and demolition of buildings or parts thereof, manufactured homes, water heaters, and certain driveway work involving curb or approach removal or replacement.
How much does a building permit cost in Pampa, TX?: The minimum permit fee is No fee for work valued at $1,000 or less unless inspection is required; if inspection required, $15.00 per inspection. Contractor registration fee: $40.00.. Fees are calculated as: $1,001 to $50,000: $15.00 for first $1,000 plus $5.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof. $50,001 to $100,000: $260.00 for first $50,000 plus $4.00 per additional $1,000. $100,001 to $500,000: $460.00 for first $100,000 plus $3.00 per additional $1,000. $500,001 and up: $1,660.00 for first $500,000 plus $2.00 per additional $1,000.. Plan check fee: Not publicly specified.
How do I apply for a building permit in Pampa, TX?: 1. Confirm the parcel is inside Pampa city limits and identify the zoning, setback, drainage, and flood constraints that apply to the site. 2. Complete the City's building permit application with applicant, owner, contractor, occupancy, permit type, project description, and total valuation. 3. Prepare the required submittal package. Pampa's permit manual calls for a completed application and, depending on project type, site plan, foundation plan, floor plan, roof framing plan, structural plans, plumbing plan, electrical plan, mechanical plan, elevations, wall sections, energy documents, drainage plan, landscape compliance, zoning compliance, and asbestos survey for covered demolition or renovation work. 4. If the project is commercial, submit stamped plans by a Texas-registered architect or engineer when required and provide proof of TDLR accessibility review registration for commercial projects valued at $50,000 or more. 5. If the work is being done by a contractor, make sure the contractor is properly licensed where state law requires it and registered with the City of Pampa where the city requires registration. 6. Submit the application, plans, and applicable fees to the Building Department and wait for permit issuance before starting work. 7. Call (806) 669-5740 to schedule required inspections as the job progresses. Pampa states work must remain accessible and exposed until approved. 8. Obtain final inspection approval and, where required, a certificate of occupancy before occupying the structure.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Pampa, TX?: Typical processing time is Not publicly specified.
What work is exempt from building permits in Pampa, TX?: The following work is generally exempt: Fences not over 8 feet high that are not retaining walls; One-story detached residential accessory building of 120 square feet or less (must comply with setback requirements); Driveway work only if not removing curb or replacing approach area. Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm edge cases with the Building Department before proceeding.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Pampa, TX?: Inspections can be scheduled via: (806) 669-5740. Call by 3:00 p.m. for same-day inspection.

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