City Building Permits

Sunrise Beach Village, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Llano County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within Sunrise Beach Village. The city uses a development permit format covering new structures, additions, remodels, accessory structures, septic modifications, fences, culverts/driveways, solar, boat docks, and other listed site work.

Department
Development, Building Permits and Code Compliance
Address
124 Sunrise Drive, Sunrise Beach Village, TX 78643-9283
Phone
(325) 388-6438
Website
https://sunrisebeachtx.gov/compliance-and-permits/

Online Permit Portal

Open New Development Permit Application

Platform: Downloadable PDF + Email Submission • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Download the Development Permit Application package and identify the development purpose that matches the project.
  2. Complete the applicant information, required acknowledgements, subcontractor information, and item submittal checklist. For floodplain work, include the floodplain attachment.
  3. Calculate the permit fee from the Residential Fee Schedule and Worksheet in the packet.
  4. Attach the permit fee payment made out to Sunrise Beach.
  5. Sign the application and submit it to the Sunrise Beach Building Inspector.
  6. Do not start work until the city posts a valid development permit.
  7. Complete required inspections, submit proof of successful inspections to the city building official, and obtain a certificate of occupancy before habitation where applicable.

Source: Development, Building Permits and Code Compliance

General Requirements

Sunrise Beach Village requires development permits for new residence or business structure construction, demolition, clearing/grading, pools, accessory structures, septic system installation or modification, fencing, culvert/driveway installation, boat docks, right-of-way cut/bore work, solar panel installation, and remodel/renovation/addition work.

Required Documents

  • Applicant information
  • Project description
  • Subcontractor information
  • Fee worksheet
  • Item submittal checklist
  • Proof of property ownership
  • Recorded plat or survey
  • Plans complying with adopted building, energy, fuel gas, fire and safety codes
  • Floodplain materials where applicable
Permit validity
The permit packet refers to expired permits and lists a permit extension fee, but does not publish a clear standard permit term.
Building code
Sunrise Beach's adopted building, energy, fuel gas, fire and safety codes and ordinances (specific editions not clearly readable in public sources)
Owner-builder
The packet allows a property owner to be the permit applicant, but no separate owner-builder affidavit or dedicated owner-builder rules were found.
Contractor requirements
The packet requires general contractor and subcontractor information. Contractor violations can produce citations and fines.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$25
Plan check fee
Not separately broken out; review appears bundled into listed development permit charges
Permit fee formula
Mixed base fee plus variable fee plus refundable deposit. Examples: new residence complete package $250 base fee plus $0.40 per conditioned sq ft plus $0.25 per unconditioned sq ft plus $1,500 refundable deposit; accessory structure only $200 base fee plus $0.25 per structure sq ft plus $500 refundable deposit; right-of-way cut/bore $10 base fee plus $2 per linear foot plus $500 refundable deposit; clearing/grading or fence $25 base fee.
Reinspection fee
Starting work before permit issuance doubles permit fee. Refundable deposits forfeited for missed inspections, expired permits, site cleanup issues, and other violations. Contractor fines up to $500 per day for some violations.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective 2024).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Development, Building Permits and Code Compliance to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Sunrise Beach Building Inspector (in-person)

Typical inspection sequence: The city requires the permit to be posted before work begins. Permit holder must obtain required inspections, provide proof of successful inspections, complete final site cleanup, and obtain certificate of occupancy before habitation where applicable.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Development, Building Permits and Code Compliance before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise Beach Village Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Sunrise Beach Village, TX?
Sunrise Beach Village requires development permits for new residence or business structure construction, demolition, clearing/grading, pools, accessory structures, septic system installation or modification, fencing, culvert/driveway installation, boat docks, right-of-way cut/bore work, solar panel installation, and remodel/renovation/addition work.
How much does a building permit cost in Sunrise Beach Village, TX?
The minimum permit fee is $25. Fees are calculated as: Mixed base fee plus variable fee plus refundable deposit. Examples: new residence complete package $250 base fee plus $0.40 per conditioned sq ft plus $0.25 per unconditioned sq ft plus $1,500 refundable deposit; accessory structure only $200 base fee plus $0.25 per structure sq ft plus $500 refundable deposit; right-of-way cut/bore $10 base fee plus $2 per linear foot plus $500 refundable deposit; clearing/grading or fence $25 base fee.. Plan check fee: Not separately broken out; review appears bundled into listed development permit charges.
How do I apply for a building permit in Sunrise Beach Village, TX?
1. Download the Development Permit Application package and identify the development purpose that matches the project. 2. Complete the applicant information, required acknowledgements, subcontractor information, and item submittal checklist. For floodplain work, include the floodplain attachment. 3. Calculate the permit fee from the Residential Fee Schedule and Worksheet in the packet. 4. Attach the permit fee payment made out to Sunrise Beach. 5. Sign the application and submit it to the Sunrise Beach Building Inspector. 6. Do not start work until the city posts a valid development permit. 7. Complete required inspections, submit proof of successful inspections to the city building official, and obtain a certificate of occupancy before habitation where applicable.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Sunrise Beach Village, TX?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Sunrise Beach Building Inspector.

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