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City of Schertz

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

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Inspections Division

Coverage
All properties within the incorporated City of Schertz located in Guadalupe County.
Online portal
Schertz CityView Portal
CityView
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Schertz

Building permits are required before constructing, enlarging, altering, repairing, moving, demolishing, changing occupancy, or performing regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing work.

Contractor requirements
Contractor registration required.
§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Review permit requirements and building standards.
  2. 02
    Prepare construction plans and supporting documentation.
  3. 03
    Create account in CityView portal if new user.
  4. 04
    Submit permit application and plans online.
  5. 05
    Schertz Inspections Division reviews for completeness.
  6. 06
    Route to applicable departments for plan review.
  7. 07
    Pay permit and plan-check fees.
  8. 08
    Receive permit and arrange inspections.

Source: Inspections Division ↗

§ 04

Frequently asked

Common questions about Schertz permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Schertz, TX?
Building permits are required before constructing, enlarging, altering, repairing, moving, demolishing, changing occupancy, or performing regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing work.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Schertz, TX?
To apply for a building permit in Schertz, TX, follow these steps: 1. Review permit requirements and building standards. 2. Prepare construction plans and supporting documentation. 3. Create account in CityView portal if new user. 4. Submit permit application and plans online. 5. Schertz Inspections Division reviews for completeness. 6. Route to applicable departments for plan review. 7. Pay permit and plan-check fees. 8. Receive permit and arrange inspections.
last verified April 2026 source Inspections Division ↗ entry id permits/texas/guadalupe/schertz

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Inspections Division before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.