City of White Oak

The city states permits are required for new construction, remodeling, additions, plumbing, and electrical work.

Note: No public exempt-work list was identified on the reviewed official materials.

Building code

2018 IFC, 2018 IRC, 2018 IBC, 2018 IFGC, 2018 IMC, 2018 IPMC, 2015 IECC, 2018 IPC, and 2017 NEC

Contractor requirements

Annual city registration is required for contractors wishing to obtain a permit, except plumbers are not required to register under Texas law but still must pull permits.

1. 01
   Review the Building Official page to determine whether the project needs a permit.
2. 02
   Obtain the needed form from the city's Forms & Permits page.
3. 03
   Register annually with the city if you are a contractor, except plumbers, who are exempt from city registration under the city's note but still must pull permits.
4. 04
   Submit permit materials to City Hall and schedule any needed inspections, including safety inspection for occupancy changes.

Source: Building Inspection Department / Building Official ↗

Swimming pool $100, irrigation $100, driveway approach $65, roof $75, city registration $50, safety inspection $30.

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

• City Hall: 903-759-3936 (phone)

Typical sequence: Permit issuance, required inspections, and safety inspection / certificate of occupancy when occupancy changes. The city requires a safety inspection before a change in occupancy and before electrical service is connected.