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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Mason
A building or structure may not be erected, enlarged, structurally altered, or demolished until a building permit has been issued by the Building Official, or the Building Official has deemed a permit is not required. Demolition permits are required if the structure is currently or has ever been connected to public water, sewer, or electric utilities.
Note: No public city-specific exempt-work list was found. The Building Official may determine a permit is not required in a particular case.
Required documents
- Building permit application
- One complete set of construction plans
- One site plan showing existing and proposed structures
- Asbestos survey for demolition in non-residential buildings
- Energy code report for new construction or conditioned-space additions
- Trade-contractor information as applicable
- Building code
- International Building Code, International Residential Code, International Fuel Gas Code, International Mechanical Code, International Plumbing Code (except Sections 103 and 104), International Energy Conservation Code, International Fire Code, and National Fire Protection Association codes as adopted by Ordinance 13-322 (editions current as of April 8, 2013).
- Permit validity
- The permit becomes null and void if work does not commence within 180 days, or if work is suspended or abandoned for 180 days after commencement.
- Contractor requirements
- The permit form requires contractor identification. State trade licensing applies for regulated trades.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Download the City of Mason building permit application from the city website.
- 02 Identify the job address, legal description, owner, contractor, class of work, valuation, and description of work on the application.
- 03 Assemble the required submittals: one complete set of construction plans, one site plan showing existing and proposed structures, asbestos survey for demolition in non-residential buildings, and energy code report for new construction or additions to conditioned space.
- 04 Submit the application package to the Building Permits / Inspection Department at City Hall or directly to the Building Official.
- 05 The city reviews the application under its adopted construction and zoning ordinances.
- 06 Pay the applicable permit fees according to the current city rate and fee schedule.
- 07 After permit issuance, proceed with construction and obtain the required final inspection.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Effective January 1, 2026
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$220 for new single-family residential; $50 for additions or outbuildings
02
Permit fee formula
Square-foot based with minimums: single-family residential new construction $220 minimum and $0.05 per sq ft; multi-family or non-residential new construction $325 minimum and $0.05 per sq ft; additions or outbuildings $50 minimum and $0.05 per sq ft
03
Trade permit fee
Flat minimum fees for various trades
04
Reinspection fee
$50 per reinspection
05
Penalty (no permit)
$75 for starting a project without a permit
All credit card services carry a 3.5% service charge.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective January 1, 2026) before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- 325-347-6449 (phone)
Typical sequence: All permits require a final inspection. No fuller public inspection sequence was found.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Mason permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Mason, TX? ▸
A building or structure may not be erected, enlarged, structurally altered, or demolished until a building permit has been issued by the Building Official, or the Building Official has deemed a permit is not required. Demolition permits are required if the structure is currently or has ever been connected to public water, sewer, or electric utilities.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Mason, TX? ▸
Building permit fees in Mason, TX are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $220 for new single-family residential; $50 for additions or outbuildings. Fees are calculated as: Square-foot based with minimums: single-family residential new construction $220 minimum and $0.05 per sq ft; multi-family or non-residential new construction $325 minimum and $0.05 per sq ft; additions or outbuildings $50 minimum and $0.05 per sq ft.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Mason, TX? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Mason, TX, follow these steps: 1. Download the City of Mason building permit application from the city website. 2. Identify the job address, legal description, owner, contractor, class of work, valuation, and description of work on the application. 3. Assemble the required submittals: one complete set of construction plans, one site plan showing existing and proposed structures, asbestos survey for demolition in non-residential buildings, and energy code report for new construction or additions to conditioned space. 4. Submit the application package to the Building Permits / Inspection Department at City Hall or directly to the Building Official. 5. The city reviews the application under its adopted construction and zoning ordinances. 6. Pay the applicable permit fees according to the current city rate and fee schedule. 7. After permit issuance, proceed with construction and obtain the required final inspection.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Mason, TX? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Mason, TX via: 325-347-6449.
last verified April 2026
source Building Permits / Inspection Department ↗
entry id permits/texas/mason/mason-city
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Permits / Inspection Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.