Tahoka, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Tahoka.

Department

Code Enforcement; building official / administrative official under Chapter 15 of the Tahoka Code

Address

1807 N. Main Street, Tahoka, TX 79373

Phone

806-561-4211 Ext. 26

Website

https://www.tahoka.org/code-enforcement

Application Process

1. Contact Code Enforcement / the building official before starting work.
2. Submit the building permit application with plans in triplicate drawn to scale, showing actual lot dimensions, existing buildings, and the location and dimensions of the proposed building or alteration.
3. Include any other information the administrative official lawfully requires, including existing or proposed uses, number of families or units, site conditions, and other data needed to determine code and zoning compliance.
4. If a variance, special exception, or administrative review is needed, the permit cannot be issued unless the administrative official receives the applicable written order from the planning and zoning commission or city council.
5. Apply for the certificate of occupancy at the same time as the building permit application for new or altered buildings.
6. After construction is completed in conformity with the approved plans, request the certificate of occupancy in writing. The ordinance says the certificate must be issued within 10 days after written request if the project conforms.

Typical processing time: The certificate of occupancy for new or altered buildings must be issued within 10 days after written request once the work is complete and conforming; no public permit review turnaround was found

Source: Code Enforcement; building official / administrative official under Chapter 15 of the Tahoka Code

General Requirements

No building or other structure may be erected, moved, added to, enclosed, or structurally altered without a permit where applicable and issued by the administrative official. The ordinance also requires certificates of occupancy before use or occupancy of covered buildings, changes of use, or occupancy and use of vacant land except agricultural use.

Required Documents

• Plans in triplicate drawn to scale
• Lot dimensions and shape
• Existing building sizes and locations, if any
• Proposed building or alteration location and dimensions
• Proposed use and unit information
• Any other information required by the administrative official to determine compliance

Permit validity

If work has not begun within 6 calendar months after permit issuance, the permit expires

Building code

2015 International Building Code, 2017 National Electrical Code, 2015 International Residential Code, 2015 International Plumbing Code, 2015 International Energy Conservation Code, 2015 International Fuel Gas Code, 2015 International Mechanical Code, 2017 International Fire Code (including appendices)

Contractor requirements

No city-specific contractor registration or licensing requirement was found in the reviewed public sources

Fees

Penalty (no permit)

Up to $2,000 per violation per day (general violation penalty)

Payment note

No public permit payment instructions found

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Code Enforcement; building official / administrative official under Chapter 15 of the Tahoka Code to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• Coordinate directly with Code Enforcement / the building official (in-person)

Inspection hours

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, closed 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

Typical inspection sequence: No public inspection sequence was found in the reviewed sources. The public ordinance materials focus on permit issuance and certificate of occupancy issuance rather than listing individual inspections.

Additional Resources

• Building code: 2015 International Building Code, 2017 National Electrical Code, 2015 International Residential Code, 2015 International Plumbing Code, 2015 International Energy Conservation Code, 2015 International Fuel Gas Code, 2015 International Mechanical Code, 2017 International Fire Code (including appendices)
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Code Enforcement page
• Contacts directory
• Ordinance 21-008 PDF
• City code landing page
• License lookup guide: Texas Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Texas Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Texas hub: Texas Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Tahoka Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Tahoka, TX?

No building or other structure may be erected, moved, added to, enclosed, or structurally altered without a permit where applicable and issued by the administrative official. The ordinance also requires certificates of occupancy before use or occupancy of covered buildings, changes of use, or occupancy and use of vacant land except agricultural use.

How do I apply for a building permit in Tahoka, TX?

1. Contact Code Enforcement / the building official before starting work. 2. Submit the building permit application with plans in triplicate drawn to scale, showing actual lot dimensions, existing buildings, and the location and dimensions of the proposed building or alteration. 3. Include any other information the administrative official lawfully requires, including existing or proposed uses, number of families or units, site conditions, and other data needed to determine code and zoning compliance. 4. If a variance, special exception, or administrative review is needed, the permit cannot be issued unless the administrative official receives the applicable written order from the planning and zoning commission or city council. 5. Apply for the certificate of occupancy at the same time as the building permit application for new or altered buildings. 6. After construction is completed in conformity with the approved plans, request the certificate of occupancy in writing. The ordinance says the certificate must be issued within 10 days after written request if the project conforms.

How long does it take to get a building permit in Tahoka, TX?

Typical processing time is The certificate of occupancy for new or altered buildings must be issued within 10 days after written request once the work is complete and conforming; no public permit review turnaround was found.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Tahoka, TX?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Coordinate directly with Code Enforcement / the building official.

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