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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Llano
The City of Llano requires permits for building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical projects. Permits cover new buildings, additions, remodels, alterations, and trade work.
Note: No public exempt-work list was found in reviewed city sources.
Required documents
- Completed permit application form
- Applicant and contractor information
- Project plans and specifications
- Site plan
- Building plans
- Building code
- 2021 International Building Code, 2021 International Residential Code, 2021 National Electric Code, 2021 International Plumbing Code, 2021 International Mechanical Code, 2021 International Fuel Gas Code, 2021 International Energy Conservation Code, and 2021 International Existing Building Code
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builders may apply as the permit applicant, but no separate owner-builder affidavit or guidance has been published.
- Contractor requirements
- Permit applications request contractor and license information. Contractor registration fees apply.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Confirm the project scope with the Code Enforcement Department and determine whether it is a new build/addition permit or an alteration permit.
- 02 Complete the online Building Permit form or the appropriate PDF application packet.
- 03 Submit the application and supporting plans by emailing to permits@cityofllano.com. Incomplete applications will not be processed.
- 04 Pay the applicable permit, review, contractor registration, and inspection fees under the city master fee schedule.
- 05 Obtain plan review and permit approval before starting work. The Code Enforcement Office handles site plan approval and permit issuance.
- 06 Schedule and complete required inspections, then obtain final approval before occupancy or project closeout.
Source: Code Enforcement Department ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Effective 2026-03
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$25
02
Plan check fee
Included through actual third-party review plus 20 percent structure
03
Permit fee formula
Mixed. Primary building permits based on actual third-party review and inspection cost plus 20 percent. Accessory and trade permits use square-foot formulas or flat fees. Examples: $25 for storage sheds over 120 sq ft, $25 minimum for accessory buildings/detached garages/carports, $25 minimum for single-family electrical permits.
04
Reinspection fee
Charged at actual third-party inspection cost
05
Penalty (no permit)
Starting work without a permit can trigger enforcement under city ordinances
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective 2026-03) before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Code Enforcement Department (phone)
Typical sequence: The city confirms inspections for all permitted work. Plan review is required for new buildings and room additions, but the city does not publish a detailed public stage-by-stage sequence.
Source: Code Enforcement Department ↗
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Llano permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Llano, TX? ▸
The City of Llano requires permits for building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical projects. Permits cover new buildings, additions, remodels, alterations, and trade work.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Llano, TX? ▸
Building permit fees in Llano, TX are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $25. Fees are calculated as: Mixed. Primary building permits based on actual third-party review and inspection cost plus 20 percent. Accessory and trade permits use square-foot formulas or flat fees. Examples: $25 for storage sheds over 120 sq ft, $25 minimum for accessory buildings/detached garages/carports, $25 minimum for single-family electrical permits.. Plan check fee: Included through actual third-party review plus 20 percent structure.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Llano, TX? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Llano, TX, follow these steps: 1. Confirm the project scope with the Code Enforcement Department and determine whether it is a new build/addition permit or an alteration permit. 2. Complete the online Building Permit form or the appropriate PDF application packet. 3. Submit the application and supporting plans by emailing to permits@cityofllano.com. Incomplete applications will not be processed. 4. Pay the applicable permit, review, contractor registration, and inspection fees under the city master fee schedule. 5. Obtain plan review and permit approval before starting work. The Code Enforcement Office handles site plan approval and permit issuance. 6. Schedule and complete required inspections, then obtain final approval before occupancy or project closeout.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Llano, TX? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Llano, TX via: Code Enforcement Department.
last verified April 2026
source Code Enforcement Department ↗
entry id permits/texas/llano/llano-city
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Code Enforcement Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.