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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Lometa
Permits and zoning requests have been required since 2019. Permits required for fences, carports, storage sheds, remodels, new construction, driveways, and other work requiring review and inspections.
Required documents
- Residential application requires plans and supporting documents, and for valuations above $2,000 requires two paper plan sets
- Residential submittal checklist includes legal lot status, floodplain status, plot plan, foundation plans, floor plan, doors and windows, smoke detectors, framing, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, water and sewer tap application if applicable, driveway application if applicable, and REScheck
- Commercial application requires two paper copies plus one PDF digital copy, including site and civil drawings, code data, structural and foundation plans, floor plans, fire extinguisher plan, COMcheck, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, parking, landscaping, and driveway and utility documents as applicable
- Building code
- Current adopted version of the International Residential Code and the International Building Code (specific edition not identified in public materials)
- Owner-builder
- Owners doing work on their own property without subcontractors must still comply with all zoning and building regulations but only require a basic permit and fee.
- Contractor requirements
- Additional charges apply when review and inspections involve general contractors or trade contractors such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Written comments and notifications within 10 business days.
- 01 Determine whether the project needs zoning approval and a permit; the city requires both zoning requests and permits since 2019.
- 02 Download the residential, commercial, or driveway permit form from the city permit page, or obtain paper copies from City Hall.
- 03 Submit the completed permit application and supporting documents to City Hall or by email. Incomplete applications will be denied.
- 04 For residential projects with valuation above $2,000, submit two paper plan sets and supporting documents. Commercial applications require two paper copies plus one PDF digital copy.
- 05 Pay the base permit and any additional review and inspection charges. Plan review fees are due at submittal and remaining fees are due at permit issuance.
- 06 The application will receive written comments and notifications of requirements within 10 business days.
- 07 Schedule required inspections by phone. Driveway inspections must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
Typical processing time: Written comments and notifications within 10 business days.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Lometa building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$30
02
Plan check fee
$20 additional charge for review and inspections.
03
Permit fee formula
Flat base permit plus flat additional charge. $30 base permit for fences, carports, storage sheds, remodels, new construction, driveways, and similar work, plus a $20 additional charge for projects requiring review and inspections.
Payment can be made through the online payments page, which links to Certified Payments.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- City Hall (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Driveway inspections must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
- Inspection hours
- City Hall hours are Monday through Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. with lunch 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Typical sequence: For driveways, open-ditch work requires two inspections, first after culverts are set and second after rebar or base material is installed. Curb-and-gutter driveways require one inspection after rebar or base is installed.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Lometa permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Lometa, TX? ▸
Permits and zoning requests have been required since 2019. Permits required for fences, carports, storage sheds, remodels, new construction, driveways, and other work requiring review and inspections.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Lometa, TX? ▸
Building permit fees in Lometa, TX are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $30. Fees are calculated as: Flat base permit plus flat additional charge. $30 base permit for fences, carports, storage sheds, remodels, new construction, driveways, and similar work, plus a $20 additional charge for projects requiring review and inspections.. Plan check fee: $20 additional charge for review and inspections..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Lometa, TX? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Lometa, TX, follow these steps: 1. Determine whether the project needs zoning approval and a permit; the city requires both zoning requests and permits since 2019. 2. Download the residential, commercial, or driveway permit form from the city permit page, or obtain paper copies from City Hall. 3. Submit the completed permit application and supporting documents to City Hall or by email. Incomplete applications will be denied. 4. For residential projects with valuation above $2,000, submit two paper plan sets and supporting documents. Commercial applications require two paper copies plus one PDF digital copy. 5. Pay the base permit and any additional review and inspection charges. Plan review fees are due at submittal and remaining fees are due at permit issuance. 6. The application will receive written comments and notifications of requirements within 10 business days. 7. Schedule required inspections by phone. Driveway inspections must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Lometa, TX? ▸
Building permit processing times in Lometa, TX typically run Written comments and notifications within 10 business days.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Lometa, TX? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Lometa, TX via: City Hall. Driveway inspections must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance..
last verified April 2026
source City of Lometa Planning and Zoning ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Lometa Planning and Zoning before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.