City Building Permits

Levelland, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Hockley County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Levelland.

Department
Building Permit and Inspection Department
Address
1709 Avenue H, Levelland, TX 79336
Phone
(806) 568-5442
Website
https://www.levellandtexas.org/

Online Permit Portal

Open Building Permit Process

Platform: CivicEngage • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Identify the correct permit type (commercial building permit, mobile home, residential, or trade permit) from the Building Permit Process page.
  2. Prepare the permit application and construction documents. For residential work, submit two complete plan sets including setbacks, site plan, floor plan, wall-bracing and span information, ceiling-joist and header details, elevation, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical plans.
  3. Include two copies of the 2009 IECC compliance report (2021 IECC per current code adoption).
  4. Submit the completed application packet to the Building Permit and Inspection Department at 1709 Avenue H.
  5. Pay required permit and plan-review fees according to Appendix A, Article 7 of the city code.
  6. Request required inspections during construction and pay any additional inspection or reinspection fees if applicable.
  7. Obtain certificate of occupancy when required. New residential certificates are included in the building permit fee; remodel and nonresidential certificates are separately listed.

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

Source: Building Permit and Inspection Department

General Requirements

A building permit is required for all residential and nonresidential construction within the City of Levelland. Residential construction in designated floodplain areas is also subject to the city's flood-damage-prevention ordinance.

Required Documents

  • Completed permit application
  • Two complete plan sets for residential work with setbacks, site plan, floor plan, wall-bracing and span information, ceiling-joist and header details, elevation, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical plans
  • Two copies of the 2009 IECC compliance report
  • Additional materials as required by the building official
Permit validity
No current public webpage stated a permit-expiration rule.
Building code
2021 IBC, 2021 IFC, 2021 IRC, 2021 IECC, 2021 IPC, 2021 IFGC, 2021 IMC, 2021 IEBC, 2021 IPMC, 2021 Life Safety Code, 2021 ISPSC, and 2020 NEC (adopted December 15, 2025)
Owner-builder
No Levelland-specific public owner-builder handout was found.
Contractor requirements
Contractor registration fee is $25.00. State licensing applies for regulated trades.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$50 (residential); $75 (nonresidential); $30 (trade permits)
Plan check fee
Residential new: 25% of general permit fee ($50 minimum); Commercial new: 25% of general permit fee ($100 minimum); Residential remodel: $25; Commercial remodel: $50; Revised plan review: $25
Permit fee formula
New residential: greater of $0.07 per sq ft or $50.00; Residential remodel: greater of $1.00 per $1,000 cost or $50.00; New nonresidential: greater of $0.12 per sq ft or $75.00; Nonresidential remodel: greater of $1.50 per $1,000 cost or $75.00; Plumbing/mechanical/fuel gas/electrical: greater of $0.05 per sq ft or $30.00; Roofing: $50 (residential), $75 (commercial)
Trade permit fee
$30 minimum for plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas, and electrical permits
Reinspection fee
$15 for additional inspection if more than one inspection required; $30 first failed reinspection; $45 each subsequent failed reinspection
Penalty (no permit)
Up to the greater of twice the applicable fee or $100 for work started before permit issuance
Payment note
Online payments available through Municipal Online Payments at https://www.municipalonlinepayments.com/levellandtx

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective Current).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Building Permit and Inspection Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Building Permit and Inspection Department at 1709 Avenue H (in-person)
Inspection hours
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: Multiple inspections are contemplated by the fee schedule and certificate-of-occupancy fees apply at project closeout.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Building Permit and Inspection Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Levelland Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Levelland, TX?
A building permit is required for all residential and nonresidential construction within the City of Levelland. Residential construction in designated floodplain areas is also subject to the city's flood-damage-prevention ordinance.
How much does a building permit cost in Levelland, TX?
The minimum permit fee is $50 (residential); $75 (nonresidential); $30 (trade permits). Fees are calculated as: New residential: greater of $0.07 per sq ft or $50.00; Residential remodel: greater of $1.00 per $1,000 cost or $50.00; New nonresidential: greater of $0.12 per sq ft or $75.00; Nonresidential remodel: greater of $1.50 per $1,000 cost or $75.00; Plumbing/mechanical/fuel gas/electrical: greater of $0.05 per sq ft or $30.00; Roofing: $50 (residential), $75 (commercial). Plan check fee: Residential new: 25% of general permit fee ($50 minimum); Commercial new: 25% of general permit fee ($100 minimum); Residential remodel: $25; Commercial remodel: $50; Revised plan review: $25.
How do I apply for a building permit in Levelland, TX?
1. Identify the correct permit type (commercial building permit, mobile home, residential, or trade permit) from the Building Permit Process page. 2. Prepare the permit application and construction documents. For residential work, submit two complete plan sets including setbacks, site plan, floor plan, wall-bracing and span information, ceiling-joist and header details, elevation, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical plans. 3. Include two copies of the 2009 IECC compliance report (2021 IECC per current code adoption). 4. Submit the completed application packet to the Building Permit and Inspection Department at 1709 Avenue H. 5. Pay required permit and plan-review fees according to Appendix A, Article 7 of the city code. 6. Request required inspections during construction and pay any additional inspection or reinspection fees if applicable. 7. Obtain certificate of occupancy when required. New residential certificates are included in the building permit fee; remodel and nonresidential certificates are separately listed.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Levelland, TX?
Typical processing time is No public processing-time estimate found..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Levelland, TX?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Building Permit and Inspection Department at 1709 Avenue H.

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