City Building Permits

Abernathy, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Hale County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Abernathy spans Hale County and Lubbock County. This entry covers only the Hale County portion. Parcel-level jurisdiction should be verified because the city is bi-county.

Department
City of Abernathy Building Codes / Building Permits
Address
811 Avenue D, Abernathy, TX 79311
Phone
(806) 298-2546
Website
https://cityofabernathy.org/your-government/building-codes/

Online Permit Portal

Open Cloudpermit

Platform: Cloudpermit • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only

Application Process

  1. Confirm the property is inside Abernathy city limits and verify it is in the Hale County portion of the city.
  2. Create a Cloudpermit account and submit the building permit application through the city portal.
  3. Upload required submittals including complete set of plans and specifications, foundation detail, plat showing property lines and existing/proposed construction, and Texas Architectural Barriers registration for commercial projects valued over $50,000.
  4. If the project is in a FEMA special flood hazard area, obtain a floodplain development permit and provide required floodplain technical submissions.
  5. Wait for plan review.
  6. Pay permit fees.
  7. Schedule inspections through the Cloudpermit account as work progresses.
  8. Obtain final inspection approval and any required certificate of occupancy before occupancy or use.

Source: City of Abernathy Building Codes / Building Permits

General Requirements

Permits are required for new houses, manufactured homes, mobile homes, accessory buildings over 200 square feet, additions or alterations to existing residential or commercial buildings, swimming pools, fences, window replacements, driveway approaches, and similar listed work. A separate floodplain development permit is required before development in a FEMA special flood hazard area.

Required Documents

  • Cloudpermit application
  • One complete set of plans and specifications
  • Foundation detail
  • Plat showing property lines, existing buildings, and proposed new construction
  • Texas Architectural Barriers / EABPRJ number for commercial projects over $50,000
  • Floodplain technical documents where applicable
  • Trade license information where applicable
Permit validity
Permits expire if work has not started within 180 days, or if work stops for 180 days. One written extension may be requested before expiration.
Building code
2018 International Building Code, 2018 International Residential Code, 2017 National Electrical Code
Owner-builder
A homeowner may perform construction work on the homeowner's homestead without a license if the home is not being built or remodeled with the specific intent of selling within the next 12 months. The homeowner must not have obtained or held homeowner permits at three different addresses within any two-year period.
Contractor requirements
Construction must be performed by licensed and/or registered contractors where applicable. Plumbers, electricians, and mechanical contractors must be licensed by the State of Texas. Contractors working on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or fire sprinkler systems must show TDLR licensure before any inspection. Irrigation contractors must hold a TCEQ license.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$75.00 per inspection; $40.00 for irrigation
Permit fee formula
See Appendix A of fee schedule
Reinspection fee
Missing required inspections may result in doubled fees
Penalty (no permit)
Occupying a building without required certificate of occupancy after changes in use or modifications is a violation with a fine up to $200 per day
Payment note
Permit fees must be paid with submission of the application. If a permit is not issued, the amount paid is refundable. Once the permit is issued, the amount paid is nonrefundable.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Cement flatwork
  • Siding replacement
  • Roofing repairs
  • Retaining walls not over 4 feet
  • Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work
  • Prefabricated swimming pools less than 24 inches deep

Inspections

How to Schedule

Typical inspection sequence: Temp power pole (if necessary), gas/sewer/water yard line, foundation, drain waste and venting, slab, FEMP combined inspection (framing, electrical rough, plumbing rough, gas rough, mechanical rough), final building inspection, and additional or fewer inspections depending on project type.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Abernathy Building Codes / Building Permits before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Abernathy Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Abernathy, TX?
Permits are required for new houses, manufactured homes, mobile homes, accessory buildings over 200 square feet, additions or alterations to existing residential or commercial buildings, swimming pools, fences, window replacements, driveway approaches, and similar listed work. A separate floodplain development permit is required before development in a FEMA special flood hazard area.
How much does a building permit cost in Abernathy, TX?
The minimum permit fee is $75.00 per inspection; $40.00 for irrigation. Fees are calculated as: See Appendix A of fee schedule.
How do I apply for a building permit in Abernathy, TX?
1. Confirm the property is inside Abernathy city limits and verify it is in the Hale County portion of the city. 2. Create a Cloudpermit account and submit the building permit application through the city portal. 3. Upload required submittals including complete set of plans and specifications, foundation detail, plat showing property lines and existing/proposed construction, and Texas Architectural Barriers registration for commercial projects valued over $50,000. 4. If the project is in a FEMA special flood hazard area, obtain a floodplain development permit and provide required floodplain technical submissions. 5. Wait for plan review. 6. Pay permit fees. 7. Schedule inspections through the Cloudpermit account as work progresses. 8. Obtain final inspection approval and any required certificate of occupancy before occupancy or use.
What work is exempt from building permits in Abernathy, TX?
The following work is generally exempt: Cement flatwork; Siding replacement; Roofing repairs; Retaining walls not over 4 feet; Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work; Prefabricated swimming pools less than 24 inches deep.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Abernathy, TX?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Cloudpermit account.

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