San Saba, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of San Saba corporate limits.

Department

Code Enforcement / City Inspector

Address

303 S Clear, San Saba, TX 76877

Phone

325-372-5144

Email

inspector@centex.net

Website

https://sansabatexas.com/government/code-of-ordinances/

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Download the city permit application and identify whether the project needs a building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, water tap, or sewer tap permit.
2. Complete project, owner, and contractor information including project address, work description, building use, square footage, and project valuation.
3. Submit the completed application and one hardcopy set of construction plans to the city. Email completed applications to inspector@centex.net.
4. If a contractor is used, the contractor must be registered with the city by submitting a current certificate of insurance.
5. City staff reviews the submittal. The inspector may require specifications, plans, and detailed layouts as needed.
6. The permit is not valid until the owner/contractor is notified of approval and all applicable fees are paid in full.
7. After issuance, city employees may access the property for inspection or verification. Separate floodplain approval is required where applicable.

Typical processing time: No public processing-time estimate found.

Source: Code Enforcement / City Inspector

General Requirements

San Saba collects permit fees before issuing permits for building construction work, plumbing work, mechanical work, and electrical work.

Required Documents

• Completed permit application
• One hardcopy set of construction plans
• Additional specifications, plans, or layouts if required by the inspector
• Contractor certificate of insurance for city registration if a contractor is used
• Floodplain application and supporting documents where applicable

Permit validity

No general permit expiration rule was found in the public-facing city permit materials reviewed.

Building code

2021 International Building Code, 2021 International Residential Code, 2021 International Mechanical Code, 2021 International Plumbing Code, 2021 International Fuel Gas Code, 2021 International Existing Building Code, 2021 International Property Maintenance Code, 2021 International Swimming Pool Code, National Electrical Code, and 2021 International Fire Code

Owner-builder

The permit form includes a 'Homeowner is Contractor' option. No separate owner-builder affidavit or additional owner-builder rules were found in public materials.

Contractor requirements

Contractor must be registered with the city and submit a current certificate of insurance. No separate citywide contractor licensing program beyond registration/insurance was located.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

$15.00

Plan check fee

$100.00 plan review; $100.00 building department plan review; $100.00 electrical interconnection/parallel operation plan review; $100.00 fire marshal plan review

Permit fee formula

Primarily square-foot based; examples include $0.10/sq. ft. for residential/commercial, $0.05/sq. ft. for carport/accessory buildings with $10.00 minimum, $0.04/sq. ft. for electrical/plumbing with $15.00 minimum, $0.02/sq. ft. for mechanical residential with $15.00 minimum

Reinspection fee

$35.00 for all utility re-inspections; specialty re-inspections vary

Payment note

The permit application states the permit is not valid until approval is given and all applicable fees are paid in full.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Code Enforcement / City Inspector to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• City Hall (phone)

Inspection hours

Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Typical inspection sequence: City staff reviews plans before issuance, then city employees access property for inspection or verification during or after work. Detailed published inspection sequence not found.

Additional Resources

• Building code: 2021 International Building Code, 2021 International Residential Code, 2021 International Mechanical Code, 2021 International Plumbing Code, 2021 International Fuel Gas Code, 2021 International Existing Building Code, 2021 International Property Maintenance Code, 2021 International Swimming Pool Code, National Electrical Code, and 2021 International Fire Code
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Contact page
• Department heads
• Fee schedule page
• 2025 code-adoption notice
• License lookup guide: Texas Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Texas Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Texas hub: Texas Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

San Saba Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in San Saba, TX?

San Saba collects permit fees before issuing permits for building construction work, plumbing work, mechanical work, and electrical work.

How much does a building permit cost in San Saba, TX?

The minimum permit fee is $15.00. Fees are calculated as: Primarily square-foot based; examples include $0.10/sq. ft. for residential/commercial, $0.05/sq. ft. for carport/accessory buildings with $10.00 minimum, $0.04/sq. ft. for electrical/plumbing with $15.00 minimum, $0.02/sq. ft. for mechanical residential with $15.00 minimum. Plan check fee: $100.00 plan review; $100.00 building department plan review; $100.00 electrical interconnection/parallel operation plan review; $100.00 fire marshal plan review.

How do I apply for a building permit in San Saba, TX?

1. Download the city permit application and identify whether the project needs a building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, water tap, or sewer tap permit. 2. Complete project, owner, and contractor information including project address, work description, building use, square footage, and project valuation. 3. Submit the completed application and one hardcopy set of construction plans to the city. Email completed applications to inspector@centex.net. 4. If a contractor is used, the contractor must be registered with the city by submitting a current certificate of insurance. 5. City staff reviews the submittal. The inspector may require specifications, plans, and detailed layouts as needed. 6. The permit is not valid until the owner/contractor is notified of approval and all applicable fees are paid in full. 7. After issuance, city employees may access the property for inspection or verification. Separate floodplain approval is required where applicable.

How long does it take to get a building permit in San Saba, TX?

Typical processing time is No public processing-time estimate found..

How do I schedule a building inspection in San Saba, TX?

Inspections can be scheduled via: City Hall.

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