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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Kress
Kress permits may be obtained for both residential and commercial uses through the Building Inspections function. Applicants should confirm the exact permit trigger with City Hall before starting work.
- Contractor requirements
- No public local contractor registration or contractor licensing requirements were identified in the sources reviewed.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Confirm the parcel is inside Kress city limits.
- 02 Contact Kress City Hall / Building Inspections at (806) 684-2525.
- 03 Obtain the current permit forms from the city. Download forms if available or call the city for the necessary forms.
- 04 Submit the application and any supporting materials in the manner directed by City Hall.
- 05 Pay any required fee directly to the city.
- 06 Coordinate required inspections directly with city staff.
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- (806) 684-2525 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Monday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; Tuesday 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Wednesday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; Thursday 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Friday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Typical sequence: No full inspection ladder published. The department conducts cross-connection inspections required by TCEQ.
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about Kress permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Kress, TX? ▸
Kress permits may be obtained for both residential and commercial uses through the Building Inspections function. Applicants should confirm the exact permit trigger with City Hall before starting work.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Kress, TX? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Kress, TX, follow these steps: 1. Confirm the parcel is inside Kress city limits. 2. Contact Kress City Hall / Building Inspections at (806) 684-2525. 3. Obtain the current permit forms from the city. Download forms if available or call the city for the necessary forms. 4. Submit the application and any supporting materials in the manner directed by City Hall. 5. Pay any required fee directly to the city. 6. Coordinate required inspections directly with city staff.
03 How do I schedule a building inspection in Kress, TX? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Kress, TX via: (806) 684-2525.
last verified April 2026
source Building Inspections / City Hall, City of Kress ↗
entry id permits/texas/swisher/kress
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Inspections / City Hall, City of Kress before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.