City Building Permits

Coahoma, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Howard County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Applies inside Coahoma city limits only. The city also publishes an ETJ map; verify parcel location if a tract is near the city boundary.

Department
Building Permits and Inspections / Planning & Inspections, City of Coahoma
Address
122 N. 1st, Coahoma, TX 79511
Phone
(432) 394-4287
Website
https://cityofcoahoma.org/building-permits-and-inspections

Online Permit Portal

Open Building Permits & Inspections

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

Application Process

  1. Review the city permits page and gather the posted submittals.
  2. Prepare the permit application and required backup. The city's 'Things the City will need when applying for a permit' sheet lists a survey / plat of property, square footage, pictures if it is a storage building, and blueprints.
  3. Submit the permit package to city staff at City Hall, 122 N. 1st Street.
  4. Wait for city approval. The city states a permit is not approved until it is signed by a City of Coahoma employee.
  5. Pay the applicable fee from the posted 2025 building permit fee schedule.
  6. Complete required inspections. The residential guide says utility connections and buildings are inspected by a third party.
  7. Obtain final approval and, where applicable, a Certificate of Occupancy.

Typical processing time: Not publicly documented.

Source: Building Permits and Inspections / Planning & Inspections, City of Coahoma

General Requirements

The city states its Building Permits and Inspections Department is responsible for issuing building permits, conducting inspections, issuing certificates of occupancy, and reviewing building plans. The residential development guide specifically requires permits for front yard fences, accessory buildings, and carports. The permit fee schedule lists permit categories including single-family dwelling, residential alteration, residential addition, mobile home, roofing, pools, solar, curb cuts, demolition, plumbing, water / sewer line work, lawn sprinklers, and commercial construction categories.

Required Documents

  • Survey / plat of property
  • Square footage
  • Pictures if it is a storage building
  • Blueprints
  • Permit application form
Permit validity
Not publicly documented.
Building code
Not specifically documented; the city states Planning & Inspections enforces building codes.
Owner-builder
The residential guide is written for people building or adding onto their home in Coahoma.
Contractor requirements
No clearly documented Coahoma contractor-registration program was found on the city website.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$10-$40 depending on work type
Plan check fee
Not clearly posted on the 2025 fee schedule.
Permit fee formula
Residential single-family dwelling: $0.10 per sq. ft.; multi-family dwelling: $250; residential alteration / addition: $0.10 per sq. ft. minimum $10; commercial construction: bracketed square-foot schedule beginning at $500 up to 2,500 sq. ft.
Reinspection fee
Not publicly posted.
Payment note
No public online permit-payment workflow or payment-processing notes found.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective 2025).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Building Permits and Inspections / Planning & Inspections, City of Coahoma to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Call City Hall for permit forms and assistance (phone)
Inspection hours
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Friday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: The city's Planning & Inspections function includes scheduling and conducting building inspections. The residential guide states utility connections and buildings are inspected by a third party.

Additional Resources

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Coahoma Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Coahoma, TX?
The city states its Building Permits and Inspections Department is responsible for issuing building permits, conducting inspections, issuing certificates of occupancy, and reviewing building plans. The residential development guide specifically requires permits for front yard fences, accessory buildings, and carports. The permit fee schedule lists permit categories including single-family dwelling, residential alteration, residential addition, mobile home, roofing, pools, solar, curb cuts, demolition, plumbing, water / sewer line work, lawn sprinklers, and commercial construction categories.
How much does a building permit cost in Coahoma, TX?
The minimum permit fee is $10-$40 depending on work type. Fees are calculated as: Residential single-family dwelling: $0.10 per sq. ft.; multi-family dwelling: $250; residential alteration / addition: $0.10 per sq. ft. minimum $10; commercial construction: bracketed square-foot schedule beginning at $500 up to 2,500 sq. ft.. Plan check fee: Not clearly posted on the 2025 fee schedule..
How do I apply for a building permit in Coahoma, TX?
1. Review the city permits page and gather the posted submittals. 2. Prepare the permit application and required backup. The city's 'Things the City will need when applying for a permit' sheet lists a survey / plat of property, square footage, pictures if it is a storage building, and blueprints. 3. Submit the permit package to city staff at City Hall, 122 N. 1st Street. 4. Wait for city approval. The city states a permit is not approved until it is signed by a City of Coahoma employee. 5. Pay the applicable fee from the posted 2025 building permit fee schedule. 6. Complete required inspections. The residential guide says utility connections and buildings are inspected by a third party. 7. Obtain final approval and, where applicable, a Certificate of Occupancy.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Coahoma, TX?
Typical processing time is Not publicly documented..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Coahoma, TX?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Call City Hall for permit forms and assistance.

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