City Building Permits

Stinnett, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Hutchinson County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Applies inside Stinnett city limits. The public code clearly supports zoning-administered building permits and certificates of occupancy.

Department
Building Inspector and/or City Manager, City of Stinnett
Address
PO Box 909, Stinnett, TX 79083
Phone
(806) 878-2422

Application Process

  1. Contact City Hall to confirm the permit type and current submission procedure. The public site links to the city code but does not provide an online permit application.
  2. Submit the building-permit application with accurate plot plans in duplicate, drawn to scale.
  3. The plot plans must show the actual shape and dimensions of the lot, existing buildings, proposed building lines, existing and intended use of each building or part of a building, the number of families or housekeeping units to be accommodated, and other information needed for enforcement.
  4. Lot dimensions shown on the plans must be based on an actual survey by a qualified registered surveyor, and the lot must be staked on the ground before construction starts.
  5. Allow at least 2 weeks for plan inspection before a permit is issued.
  6. Apply for the certificate of occupancy at the same time as the building permit if the project involves a new building or an altered building.
  7. Complete construction and any inspections required by the Building Inspector or City Manager.
  8. Request the certificate of occupancy after completion. The zoning ordinance says it must be issued within 3 days after written request if the work conforms.

Typical processing time: At least 2 weeks must be allowed for inspection of plans before permit issuance. Certificate of occupancy: within 3 days after written request following completion if the work conforms.

Source: Building Inspector and/or City Manager, City of Stinnett

General Requirements

The zoning ordinance requires building-permit applications with plot plans for building work. No building may be erected, reconstructed, or structurally altered without first applying for and obtaining a building permit and/or certificate of occupancy from the council after commission recommendation. Certificates of occupancy are required for occupancy and use of a building erected or structurally altered, change in use of an existing building to a different classification, and other regulated occupancies.

Required Documents

  • Accurate plot plans in duplicate, drawn to scale
  • Survey-based lot dimensions
  • Information on existing and proposed buildings and uses
  • Written certificate-of-occupancy request at completion
Permit validity
No general building permit expiration rule was found in the public sources reviewed. Temporary certificates of occupancy may be issued for up to 6 months during completion or partial occupancy.
Building code
The public Stinnett code reviewed did not show a current article adopting a full modern building, residential, plumbing, mechanical, or electrical code set. The city does adopt the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, 1997 edition.
Owner-builder
No public owner-builder rule found.
Contractor requirements
No public local contractor registration or local trade-license requirement was found in the public Stinnett sources reviewed.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
Not publicly identified online
Plan check fee
Not publicly identified
Permit fee formula
Not publicly identified online for building permits
Reinspection fee
Not publicly identified
Payment note
The zoning ordinance says the council shall establish a schedule of fees and that it shall be posted in the office of the Building Inspector rather than online. Special-exception filing and notice deposits of $5.00, $15.00, and $10.00 in specific zoning appeal contexts.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Building Inspector and/or City Manager, City of Stinnett to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (806) 878-2422 (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: Submit duplicate plot plans. Allow plan inspection period before permit issuance (at least 2 weeks). Complete construction. Request certificate of occupancy after completion where required. Building Inspector issues the certificate of occupancy within 3 days if the project conforms.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Building Inspector and/or City Manager, City of Stinnett before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Stinnett Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Stinnett, TX?
The zoning ordinance requires building-permit applications with plot plans for building work. No building may be erected, reconstructed, or structurally altered without first applying for and obtaining a building permit and/or certificate of occupancy from the council after commission recommendation. Certificates of occupancy are required for occupancy and use of a building erected or structurally altered, change in use of an existing building to a different classification, and other regulated occupancies.
How much does a building permit cost in Stinnett, TX?
The minimum permit fee is Not publicly identified online. Fees are calculated as: Not publicly identified online for building permits. Plan check fee: Not publicly identified.
How do I apply for a building permit in Stinnett, TX?
1. Contact City Hall to confirm the permit type and current submission procedure. The public site links to the city code but does not provide an online permit application. 2. Submit the building-permit application with accurate plot plans in duplicate, drawn to scale. 3. The plot plans must show the actual shape and dimensions of the lot, existing buildings, proposed building lines, existing and intended use of each building or part of a building, the number of families or housekeeping units to be accommodated, and other information needed for enforcement. 4. Lot dimensions shown on the plans must be based on an actual survey by a qualified registered surveyor, and the lot must be staked on the ground before construction starts. 5. Allow at least 2 weeks for plan inspection before a permit is issued. 6. Apply for the certificate of occupancy at the same time as the building permit if the project involves a new building or an altered building. 7. Complete construction and any inspections required by the Building Inspector or City Manager. 8. Request the certificate of occupancy after completion. The zoning ordinance says it must be issued within 3 days after written request if the work conforms.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Stinnett, TX?
Typical processing time is At least 2 weeks must be allowed for inspection of plans before permit issuance. Certificate of occupancy: within 3 days after written request following completion if the work conforms..
What work is exempt from building permits in Stinnett, TX?
The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural use is expressly excluded from the certificate-of-occupancy requirement for occupancy and use of vacant land. Note: No public general exempt-work list was found.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Stinnett, TX?
Inspections can be scheduled via: (806) 878-2422.

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