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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Brady
Brady requires permits for new construction, additions, remodels, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, fences, signs, irrigation, pools, demolition, and related work. City code separately requires electrical permits before installation or alteration of electrical wiring or equipment in the city (except for narrow exemption noted below).
Electrical fixture or appliance replacement requiring no change in electric wiring
- Exempt Electrical fixture or appliance replacement requiring no change in electric wiring
Note: No broader citywide exempt-work list for all building, plumbing, mechanical, fence, sign, or demolition work was found in public materials reviewed.
Required documents
- Completed permit application (residential or commercial)
- Owner contact information
- Project details and valuation
- Project area in square feet
- Contractor and license information
- Floodplain disclosure if applicable
- Construction documents (site plan, dimensions, structure locations, property lines, easements, north arrow, street names, material information as applicable to work type)
- For commercial work: engineer or architect information and asbestos-survey information for renovation or demolition
- Building code
- 2009 International Building Code, 2009 International Existing Building Code, 2009 International Residential Code, 2009 International Mechanical Code, 2009 International Energy Conservation Code, 2009 International Plumbing Code, 2009 International Fuel Gas Code, and 2014 National Electrical Code
- Permit validity
- No general permit expiration period stated on permit forms. Temporary electrical permits expire after 60 days with 30-day renewals available if work remains incomplete.
- Owner-builder
- City forms allow direct owner identification and signature; no separate owner-builder affidavit or special rule sheet was found.
- Contractor requirements
- Brady publishes a contractor registration form requiring driver's license copy, state license, and liability insurance. Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, irrigation, backflow, and other trade categories are listed. Electrical code requires that permit applications be made by the master electrician installing the work.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Select the appropriate city application form: Residential or Commercial Construction Permit.
- 02 Complete the application with project address, description, valuation, square footage, owner information, and contractor/license information.
- 03 Attach required construction documents for the work type (site plan, dimensions, structure locations, property lines, easements, north arrow, street names, material information, etc.). Residential form includes document instructions for accessory buildings, additions, carports, demolition, driveway cuts, fences, pools, and other work.
- 04 If the site is in the 100-year floodplain, attach a Certificate of Elevation from a licensed surveyor.
- 05 Submit the completed application to the city by email to lalsop@bradytx.us or directly to city offices, and pay applicable permit and review fees.
- 06 City staff reviews the submittal for completeness and code compliance.
- 07 City issues the permit.
- 08 Complete required inspections. All permits require final inspection.
- 09 City issues Certificate of Occupancy before occupancy is allowed.
Source: Planning & Zoning; Code Enforcement handles permit-related inspections ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Brady building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$220 residential new single-family; $50 commercial/multi-family plan review; $76.92 commercial/multi-family inspection; $50 minimum for most trade permits; $40 lawn irrigation
02
Plan check fee
$50 residential plan-review fee. Commercial and multi-family plan review charged by valuation.
03
Permit fee formula
Residential: minimum fee plus $0.05 per square foot. Commercial and multi-family: valuation-based plan-review and inspection fees (valuation = greater of declared value or ICC Building Valuation Data table).
04
Trade permit fee
$50 minimum for most trade permits; varies by trade
05
Reinspection fee
$50. Bureau Veritas backup inspections: $125 per address/building/unit plus 15% administrative fee.
Brady has a separate online payments site (municipalonlinepayments.com). Permit submittal occurs by form email or direct filing with city; payment handled separately.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Code Enforcement: (325) 597-2244 Ext. 201 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Electrical contractor must notify electrical inspector within 24 hours after work completion (excluding Sundays and legal holidays) that job is ready for inspection.
- Inspection hours
- 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
Typical sequence: Application review, permit issuance, trade inspections as applicable, final inspection, then Certificate of Occupancy. For electrical work: rough work must not be concealed before inspection, final inspection papers reviewed, Certificate of Inspection issued if compliant.
Source: Planning & Zoning; Code Enforcement handles permit-related inspections ↗
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Brady permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Brady, TX? ▸
Brady requires permits for new construction, additions, remodels, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, fences, signs, irrigation, pools, demolition, and related work. City code separately requires electrical permits before installation or alteration of electrical wiring or equipment in the city (except for narrow exemption noted below).
02 How much does a building permit cost in Brady, TX? ▸
Building permit fees in Brady, TX are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $220 residential new single-family; $50 commercial/multi-family plan review; $76.92 commercial/multi-family inspection; $50 minimum for most trade permits; $40 lawn irrigation. Fees are calculated as: Residential: minimum fee plus $0.05 per square foot. Commercial and multi-family: valuation-based plan-review and inspection fees (valuation = greater of declared value or ICC Building Valuation Data table).. Plan check fee: $50 residential plan-review fee. Commercial and multi-family plan review charged by valuation..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Brady, TX? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Brady, TX, follow these steps: 1. Select the appropriate city application form: Residential or Commercial Construction Permit. 2. Complete the application with project address, description, valuation, square footage, owner information, and contractor/license information. 3. Attach required construction documents for the work type (site plan, dimensions, structure locations, property lines, easements, north arrow, street names, material information, etc.). Residential form includes document instructions for accessory buildings, additions, carports, demolition, driveway cuts, fences, pools, and other work. 4. If the site is in the 100-year floodplain, attach a Certificate of Elevation from a licensed surveyor. 5. Submit the completed application to the city by email to lalsop@bradytx.us or directly to city offices, and pay applicable permit and review fees. 6. City staff reviews the submittal for completeness and code compliance. 7. City issues the permit. 8. Complete required inspections. All permits require final inspection. 9. City issues Certificate of Occupancy before occupancy is allowed.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Brady, TX? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Brady, TX. The following work is generally exempt: Electrical fixture or appliance replacement requiring no change in electric wiring. Note: No broader citywide exempt-work list for all building, plumbing, mechanical, fence, sign, or demolition work was found in public materials reviewed. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Brady, TX? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Brady, TX via: Code Enforcement: (325) 597-2244 Ext. 201. Electrical contractor must notify electrical inspector within 24 hours after work completion (excluding Sundays and legal holidays) that job is ready for inspection..
last verified April 2026
source Planning & Zoning; Code Enforcement handles permit-related inspections ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Planning & Zoning; Code Enforcement handles permit-related inspections before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.