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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Pampa
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.
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
- Exempt Fences not over 8 feet high that are not retaining walls
- Exempt One-story detached residential accessory building of 120 square feet or less (must comply with setback requirements)
- Exempt 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.
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
- 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
- Permit validity
- Not publicly specified
- 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.
Source: City of Pampa Code Enforcement / Building Department ↗
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Not publicly specified
- 01 Confirm the parcel is inside Pampa city limits and identify the zoning, setback, drainage, and flood constraints that apply to the site.
- 02 Complete the City's building permit application with applicant, owner, contractor, occupancy, permit type, project description, and total valuation.
- 03 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.
- 04 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.
- 05 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.
- 06 Submit the application, plans, and applicable fees to the Building Department and wait for permit issuance before starting work.
- 07 Call (806) 669-5740 to schedule required inspections as the job progresses. Pampa states work must remain accessible and exposed until approved.
- 08 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 ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Effective 2024
Fee type
Amount
01
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.
02
Plan check fee
Not publicly specified
03
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.
04
Trade permit fee
Additional fees required for electrical, mechanical, plumbing, driveways, moved buildings, and signs; specific tables not published in primary sources
05
Reinspection fee
Not publicly specified
06
Penalty (no permit)
Not publicly specified
Direct city submission; no separate online permit-payment workflow identified
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective 2024) before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
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 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
Source: City of Pampa Code Enforcement / Building Department ↗
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Pampa permits
01 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.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Pampa, TX? ▸
Building permit fees in Pampa, TX are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. 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.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Pampa, TX? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Pampa, TX, follow these steps: 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.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Pampa, TX? ▸
Building permit processing times in Pampa, TX typically run Not publicly specified. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Pampa, TX? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit 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. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Pampa, TX? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Pampa, TX via: (806) 669-5740. Call by 3:00 p.m. for same-day inspection.
last verified April 2026
source City of Pampa Code Enforcement / Building Department ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Pampa Code Enforcement / Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.