Garrison, TX — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City Administration

Street address

330 South B Ave, Garrison, TX 75946

Phone

(936) 347-2201

jfrederick@garrisontx.us

Coverage

All properties within the incorporated City of Garrison.

Website

Department website

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Garrison

The city issues permits for mobile homes, residential new construction, storage buildings, additions and remodels, commercial new construction, residential fences, retaining walls, and demolition. Confirm permit requirements with City Hall.

Building code: Not publicly documented
Contractor requirements: Not publicly documented in city sources; state licensing applies to regulated trades.

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Not publicly documented

01

Verify the parcel is inside Garrison city limits.
02

Contact City Hall or City Administration to confirm the current application form, required submittals, and whether the project falls within one of the city's listed permit fee categories.
03

Submit the application and supporting information directly to the city.
04

Pay the applicable permit fee before starting work.
05

Coordinate any required inspections or approvals directly with city staff.

Typical processing time: Not publicly documented

Source: City Administration ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Garrison building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$25.00

Permit fee formula

Mixed: Mobile homes, storage buildings, residential fences, retaining walls, and demolition permits are $25.00. Residential new construction is $100.00, additions and remodels $50.00. Commercial new construction is $100.00 plus $0.25 per square foot, and commercial additions and remodels are $50.00 plus $0.25 per square foot.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about Garrison permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Garrison, TX? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in Garrison, TX? ▸

Building permit fees in Garrison, TX are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $25.00. Fees are calculated as: Mixed: Mobile homes, storage buildings, residential fences, retaining walls, and demolition permits are $25.00. Residential new construction is $100.00, additions and remodels $50.00. Commercial new construction is $100.00 plus $0.25 per square foot, and commercial additions and remodels are $50.00 plus $0.25 per square foot..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Garrison, TX? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Garrison, TX, follow these steps: 1. Verify the parcel is inside Garrison city limits. 2. Contact City Hall or City Administration to confirm the current application form, required submittals, and whether the project falls within one of the city's listed permit fee categories. 3. Submit the application and supporting information directly to the city. 4. Pay the applicable permit fee before starting work. 5. Coordinate any required inspections or approvals directly with city staff.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Garrison, TX? ▸

Building permit processing times in Garrison, TX typically run Not publicly documented. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

last verified April 2026 source City Administration ↗ entry id permits/texas/nacogdoches/garrison

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City Administration before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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