City Building Permits
Franklin, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in Franklin, Texas. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
Incorporated City of Franklin only. Franklin publicly posts general building permit requirements on its City Hall page.
- Department
- City Hall
- Address
- 319 Bremond Street, Franklin, Texas 77856
- Phone
- (979) 828-3257
Online Permit Portal
Platform: WebUnlimited site • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only
Additional resources:
Application Process
- Contact City Hall before construction.
- For new structures in city limits, obtain the current permit application and valuation method directly from City Hall.
- For manufactured homes, obtain city pre-approval before moving the home into city limits.
- Submit required information and fees directly to City Hall; no online permit application flow is available.
- Wait for City approval before beginning construction or moving the manufactured home.
Source: City Hall
General Requirements
All new structures within city limits must have a building permit before construction begins. Manufactured homes also require a permit before being moved into city limits. Travel trailers and recreational vehicles cannot be used within city limits as a residence for more than 14 days in any 30-day period.
Required Documents
- Permit application from City Hall
- Structure valuation information
- HUD-code certification for manufactured homes
Fees
- Minimum permit fee
- Residential construction minimum is calculated on a valuation of $66 per heated square foot; manufactured home permit fee is $50
- Permit fee formula
- Value-based for structures; manufactured home permit is a flat $50
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the City Hall to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- City Hall (phone)
- Inspection hours
- 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Additional Resources
- City Hall
- Contact Us
- License lookup guide: Texas Contractor License Requirements
- Contract template: Texas Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
- Texas hub: Texas Contractor License & Permit Hub
Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City Hall before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Franklin Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in Franklin, TX?
- All new structures within city limits must have a building permit before construction begins. Manufactured homes also require a permit before being moved into city limits. Travel trailers and recreational vehicles cannot be used within city limits as a residence for more than 14 days in any 30-day period.
- How much does a building permit cost in Franklin, TX?
- The minimum permit fee is Residential construction minimum is calculated on a valuation of $66 per heated square foot; manufactured home permit fee is $50. Fees are calculated as: Value-based for structures; manufactured home permit is a flat $50.
- How do I apply for a building permit in Franklin, TX?
- 1. Contact City Hall before construction. 2. For new structures in city limits, obtain the current permit application and valuation method directly from City Hall. 3. For manufactured homes, obtain city pre-approval before moving the home into city limits. 4. Submit required information and fees directly to City Hall; no online permit application flow is available. 5. Wait for City approval before beginning construction or moving the manufactured home.
- How do I schedule a building inspection in Franklin, TX?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: City Hall.
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