County Building Permits

Reagan County, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in unincorporated Reagan County, Texas. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Texas Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Unincorporated areas of Reagan County only. No countywide general building-permit program for ordinary vertical construction was publicly identified. Verified public county controls are limited to driveway/access permits and county road crossing permits.

Department
Reagan County Clerk / County Commissioners Court
Address
Reagan County Courthouse, 300 N Plaza Ave, Big Lake, TX 76932
Phone
(325) 884-4100
Website
https://www.co.reagan.tx.us/

Application Process

  1. Confirm the parcel is in unincorporated Reagan County and not inside Big Lake city limits.
  2. Determine whether the project triggers one of the county's verified permit controls: driveway/access permits or road bore permits.
  3. For new driveway or access onto a county road: complete the Driveway / Access Permit Application and return the original to Reagan County Clerk with location, map, legal description, subdivision status, construction type, and precinct number.
  4. For pipeline, utility line, or underground crossing in county road right-of-way: complete the Road Boring Permit Application and return to Reagan County Clerk with location, map, legal description, precinct, and applicant information.
  5. Obtain approval from the individual County Commissioner for the applicable precinct.
  6. If denied, request placement on regular Reagan County Commissioners Court agenda to appeal the denial.
  7. For road bore work, coordinate with the county before covering the ditch. County supervisor contact required before covering.
  8. For OSSF/septic systems, confirm permitting authority through TCEQ Region 8 and submit required materials. Reagan County is in TCEQ Region 8 (San Angelo).

Source: Reagan County Clerk / County Commissioners Court

General Requirements

No countywide general building-permit program for ordinary vertical construction in unincorporated areas was publicly identified. A driveway/access permit is required for proposed driveway or access construction connecting to county roads. A road bore permit is required for pipelines, electric lines, phone lines, fiber optic lines, or other lines running across county roads or adjacent to county road right-of-way. For OSSF/septic systems, TCEQ requires a permit and approved plan unless an exemption applies under state law.

Required Documents

  • Driveway/Access Permit: location map, legal description, subdivision yes/no, nature of proposed construction, precinct number, applicant signature, mailing address, email, telephone
  • Road Bore Permit: location map, legal description, size and proposed use of pipeline or line, precinct number, applicant signature, mailing address, email, telephone
  • OSSF: permit application and planning materials required by applicable permitting authority under TCEQ rules
Permit validity
No expiration periods stated on county driveway/access or road bore permit forms. OSSF expiration determined by applicable TCEQ authority.
Building code
No countywide building code adoption or general county building-permit ordinance was publicly identified. Verified county permit controls are road-access and county right-of-way permits only.
Owner-builder
For septic systems, TCEQ states a property owner may install their own OSSF only if the permitting authority allows it and state conditions are met. No county residential building inspection program or Texas HB 2833 private inspection implementation page was identified.
Contractor requirements
No Reagan County contractor-registration or local contractor-license program was found for general building work.

Fees

Payment note
County permit forms reviewed do not state a fee or online payment method. Confirm fee status and payment method directly with Reagan County Clerk / County Commissioners before filing.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Reagan County Clerk / County Commissioners Court to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Reagan County Clerk / County Commissioner (in-person)

Typical inspection sequence: Application submitted to County Clerk. Review and approval by individual County Commissioner. For road bore work, county oversight during construction and contact with county supervisor before covering ditch. County may inspect, accept, or reject road crossing construction.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Reagan County Clerk / County Commissioners Court before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Reagan County Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Reagan County, TX?
No countywide general building-permit program for ordinary vertical construction in unincorporated areas was publicly identified. A driveway/access permit is required for proposed driveway or access construction connecting to county roads. A road bore permit is required for pipelines, electric lines, phone lines, fiber optic lines, or other lines running across county roads or adjacent to county road right-of-way. For OSSF/septic systems, TCEQ requires a permit and approved plan unless an exemption applies under state law.
How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Reagan County, TX?
1. Confirm the parcel is in unincorporated Reagan County and not inside Big Lake city limits. 2. Determine whether the project triggers one of the county's verified permit controls: driveway/access permits or road bore permits. 3. For new driveway or access onto a county road: complete the Driveway / Access Permit Application and return the original to Reagan County Clerk with location, map, legal description, subdivision status, construction type, and precinct number. 4. For pipeline, utility line, or underground crossing in county road right-of-way: complete the Road Boring Permit Application and return to Reagan County Clerk with location, map, legal description, precinct, and applicant information. 5. Obtain approval from the individual County Commissioner for the applicable precinct. 6. If denied, request placement on regular Reagan County Commissioners Court agenda to appeal the denial. 7. For road bore work, coordinate with the county before covering the ditch. County supervisor contact required before covering. 8. For OSSF/septic systems, confirm permitting authority through TCEQ Region 8 and submit required materials. Reagan County is in TCEQ Region 8 (San Angelo).
How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Reagan County, TX?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Reagan County Clerk / County Commissioner.

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