Town of Rose Hill Acres, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Rose Hill Acres publishes land-use ordinances that include a real building-permit program. Permit authority is centered on the Mayor and Town Board.

Department

Town of Rose Hill Acres; Mayor and Town Board

Address

100 Jordan Rd, Lumberton, TX 77657-9540

Website

https://cityofrosehillacres.org/

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Prepare a sketch or drawing showing the proposed new structure or substantial improvement.
2. Provide the Mayor the sketch or drawing, required forms if any, and payment of all fees.
3. The sketch must include, at minimum, living area square footage, type of construction, exterior material, and roofing material.
4. The applicant must acknowledge the structure will be built according to the applicable IBC codes adopted by the town.
5. Upon receipt of all required information and fees, the Mayor approves the building permit.
6. Approved applications are then presented by the Mayor to the Board of Aldermen at the next regularly scheduled board meeting. If the Mayor declines approval, the applicant may present the application to the full Town Board.

Source: Town of Rose Hill Acres; Mayor and Town Board

General Requirements

All persons intending to build a new structure or substantially improve an existing structure within the town, provided electrical service by the electric company, must obtain a building permit before construction begins.

Required Documents

• Sketch or drawing
• Fee payment
• Any town-required forms
• All required permits at any level must be submitted to the town for review before issuance for facilities or structures within the town or its ETJ

Building code

The ordinance adopts the International Building Codes currently in effect on the date of permit application. Listed code editions include 2003 IBC, 2003 IRC, 2008 NEC, 2003 IFC, 2003 IPC, 2003 IMC, and 2003 IFGC.

Owner-builder

The ordinance states the builder, owner, or both must ensure compliance with the adopted IBC; the town does not undertake to ensure compliance itself.

Contractor requirements

No separate local contractor registration requirement was found in the cited provisions. The ordinance adopts the State Plumbing License Law by reference.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

$25.00

Permit fee formula

Flat $25 building permit fee, plus any other applicable fees.

Penalty (no permit)

Misdemeanor enforcement and fines up to $200 for violating Section 150.03 and up to $500 under chapter penalty provisions.

Payment note

Payment goes to the town through the Mayor per ordinance; no online payment method found.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Rose Hill Acres; Mayor and Town Board to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Typical inspection sequence: No public modern inspection scheduling method found for general building permits.

Additional Resources

• Building code: The ordinance adopts the International Building Codes currently in effect on the date of permit application. Listed code editions include 2003 IBC, 2003 IRC, 2008 NEC, 2003 IFC, 2003 IPC, 2003 IMC, and 2003 IFGC.
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• RHA Code Of Ordinances
• Contact Us
• License lookup guide: Texas Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Texas Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Texas hub: Texas Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Rose Hill Acres Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Rose Hill Acres, TX?

All persons intending to build a new structure or substantially improve an existing structure within the town, provided electrical service by the electric company, must obtain a building permit before construction begins.

How much does a building permit cost in Town of Rose Hill Acres, TX?

The minimum permit fee is $25.00. Fees are calculated as: Flat $25 building permit fee, plus any other applicable fees..

How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Rose Hill Acres, TX?

1. Prepare a sketch or drawing showing the proposed new structure or substantial improvement. 2. Provide the Mayor the sketch or drawing, required forms if any, and payment of all fees. 3. The sketch must include, at minimum, living area square footage, type of construction, exterior material, and roofing material. 4. The applicant must acknowledge the structure will be built according to the applicable IBC codes adopted by the town. 5. Upon receipt of all required information and fees, the Mayor approves the building permit. 6. Approved applications are then presented by the Mayor to the Board of Aldermen at the next regularly scheduled board meeting. If the Mayor declines approval, the applicant may present the application to the full Town Board.

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