Marshall, TX — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Permits and Inspections Division

Street address

401 S. Alamo Blvd., Marshall, TX 75670

Phone

903-934-7994

maryellen.josiah@marshalltexas.net

Coverage

This section covers properties inside the Marshall city limits in Harrison County.

Online portal

iWorQ Portal

iWorQ

Website

Department website

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Marshall

Marshall states the division issues permits and performs inspections for residential and commercial construction projects. The city publishes permit applications for general, residential, commercial/multifamily, accessory structure, demolition, fire alarm/fire sprinkler, irrigation, sign, pool/spa, and certificate of occupancy permits.

Note: No public exempt-work list found in the reviewed Marshall pages and fee schedules.

Required documents

Completed application for the applicable permit type
Project-specific plans and related materials where required by the city

Building code: Marshall clearly enforces adopted city building codes and ordinances. 2015 International Fire Code referenced by Fire Marshal. Full current code suite not located in single page.
Permit validity: No general permit expiration rule found in the reviewed city pages
Owner-builder: No public owner-builder rule found in the reviewed pages
Contractor requirements: Contractor licensing is required by the City of Marshall Code of Ordinances; contractors may register online or by form

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: No public general processing-time estimate found

01

Determine the permit type from the Marshall Permit Applications page.
02

If you are a contractor, complete city contractor registration online through iWorQ or submit the appropriate registration form to the city.
03

Apply online through the iWorQ portal or complete the applicable permit application and submit it to the Permits and Inspections Division.
04

Pay the permit and plan review fees under the city fee schedule.
05

Request inspections when the project is ready, using the city Ready for Inspection form; fire-related inspections are scheduled through the Fire Department.
06

Complete final inspections and obtain any required certificate of occupancy.

Typical processing time: No public general processing-time estimate found

Source: Permits and Inspections Division ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Marshall building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$35.00

Plan check fee

Residential new construction/addition plan review $100.00; accessory structure plan review $50.00; commercial new construction/addition/remodel plan review 50 percent of permit fee

Permit fee formula

Residential new construction/additions are $0.30 per square foot plus $100.00 plan review. Accessory structures are $0.15 per square foot plus $50.00 plan review. Commercial new/addition/remodel plan review is 50 percent of permit fee, with permit fee at $0.30 per square foot on the 2022 schedule. Many trade and miscellaneous permits are flat fee.

Reinspection fee

$50.00; after-hours inspection $50.00 per hour with 2-hour minimum

Penalty (no permit)

Work without permit 1st offense $150.00, 2nd offense $300.00, 3rd offense or more $500.00

Online portal available; printable forms may also be submitted directly to the city

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Ready for Inspection web form (online)
Fire Department: 903-935-4580 (phone)

Inspection hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday

Typical sequence: Submit permit application, city review and fee payment, permit issuance, staged inspections, final inspection, certificate of occupancy where required

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Marshall permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Marshall, TX? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in Marshall, TX? ▸

Building permit fees in Marshall, TX are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $35.00. Fees are calculated as: Residential new construction/additions are $0.30 per square foot plus $100.00 plan review. Accessory structures are $0.15 per square foot plus $50.00 plan review. Commercial new/addition/remodel plan review is 50 percent of permit fee, with permit fee at $0.30 per square foot on the 2022 schedule. Many trade and miscellaneous permits are flat fee.. Plan check fee: Residential new construction/addition plan review $100.00; accessory structure plan review $50.00; commercial new construction/addition/remodel plan review 50 percent of permit fee.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Marshall, TX? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Marshall, TX, follow these steps: 1. Determine the permit type from the Marshall Permit Applications page. 2. If you are a contractor, complete city contractor registration online through iWorQ or submit the appropriate registration form to the city. 3. Apply online through the iWorQ portal or complete the applicable permit application and submit it to the Permits and Inspections Division. 4. Pay the permit and plan review fees under the city fee schedule. 5. Request inspections when the project is ready, using the city Ready for Inspection form; fire-related inspections are scheduled through the Fire Department. 6. Complete final inspections and obtain any required certificate of occupancy.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Marshall, TX? ▸

Building permit processing times in Marshall, TX typically run No public general processing-time estimate found. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Marshall, TX? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Marshall, TX via: Ready for Inspection web form, Fire Department: 903-935-4580.

last verified April 2026 source Permits and Inspections Division ↗ entry id permits/texas/harrison/marshall-city

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

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