Calvert, TX — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City Secretary / Building Inspector

Street address

620 S Main St, Calvert, TX 77837

Phone

(979) 364-2881

admin@calverttx.gov

Coverage

Incorporated City of Calvert only. Calvert publishes a general building permit article and fee schedule in its code of ordinances.

Online portal

Calvert Forms and Permits

Munibit

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Calvert

It is unlawful to construct or structurally alter any building, or move in a completed or partially completed structure within city limits without a permit, except where total construction or alteration cost does not exceed $25. Moving a structure into city limits requires city council approval before permit issuance.

Scope of work

Permit?

Construction or structural alteration with total cost not exceeding $25.00

Exempt

Exempt Construction or structural alteration with total cost not exceeding $25.00

Required documents

Written permit request on a city-furnished form
Council approval for moved-in structures

Building code: City building code and electrical code adopted; specific modern technical-code adoption not separately located in public sources.
Permit validity: Permit is null and void if work is not started within 90 days.

Source: City Secretary / Building Inspector ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Hearing timeline posted only for appeals: within 21 days of rejection

01

Request the city-furnished building permit form from the city secretary.
02

Submit the permit request in writing to the city secretary and pay the required fee.
03

The building inspector inspects the building to be repaired or altered and reports findings in writing.
04

Approval or rejection is made by the building inspector, mayor, and city secretary.
05

If rejected, the applicant may request a hearing before the review board; hearing must occur within 21 days from rejection.
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If work is approved, start by the agreed start date; permit becomes null and void if work is not started within 90 days.

Typical processing time: Hearing timeline posted only for appeals: within 21 days of rejection

Source: City Secretary / Building Inspector ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Calvert building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$100 issuance fee

Plan check fee

$100 when permit request is presented for hearing by review board

Permit fee formula

$100 issuance fee plus $1.00 per $1,000.00 (or part thereof) of valuation up to $10,000.00

Reinspection fee

$10.00 per inspection; capped at $30.00 total for on-premises inspections

Penalty (no permit)

Violation penalty $26.00 to $200.00

Fee must be paid when permit request is presented to the city secretary, regardless of approval status.

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Building Inspector / City Secretary (phone)

Inspection hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday

Typical sequence: Building inspector inspects the building to be repaired or altered and may perform on-premises inspections during the permit process.

Source: City Secretary / Building Inspector ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Calvert permits

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

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

Building permit fees in Calvert, TX are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $100 issuance fee. Fees are calculated as: $100 issuance fee plus $1.00 per $1,000.00 (or part thereof) of valuation up to $10,000.00. Plan check fee: $100 when permit request is presented for hearing by review board.

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

To apply for a building permit in Calvert, TX, follow these steps: 1. Request the city-furnished building permit form from the city secretary. 2. Submit the permit request in writing to the city secretary and pay the required fee. 3. The building inspector inspects the building to be repaired or altered and reports findings in writing. 4. Approval or rejection is made by the building inspector, mayor, and city secretary. 5. If rejected, the applicant may request a hearing before the review board; hearing must occur within 21 days from rejection. 6. If work is approved, start by the agreed start date; permit becomes null and void if work is not started within 90 days.

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

Building permit processing times in Calvert, TX typically run Hearing timeline posted only for appeals: within 21 days of rejection. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in Calvert, TX? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Calvert, TX. The following work is generally exempt: Construction or structural alteration with total cost not exceeding $25.00. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Calvert, TX? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Calvert, TX via: Building Inspector / City Secretary.

last verified April 2026 source City Secretary / Building Inspector ↗ entry id permits/texas/robertson/calvert

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

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