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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Tom Green County
County permits are required for septic system installation, subdivision development, and construction in mapped floodplains in unincorporated areas. General building permit requirements should be verified with the county.
Note: Exemptions should be verified with Tom Green County Environmental Health before proceeding.
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Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Determine project type and applicable county requirements (septic, subdivision, floodplain, or general building permit if applicable).
- 02 Contact Tom Green County Environmental Health to verify permit requirements for your specific property and project type.
- 03 Prepare required application materials and supporting documentation.
- 04 Submit application materials to the county.
- 05 County staff reviews application and issues or denies permit.
- 06 Obtain required inspections during construction as specified by the county.
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
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Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Tom Green County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Tom Green County, TX? ▸
County permits are required for septic system installation, subdivision development, and construction in mapped floodplains in unincorporated areas. General building permit requirements should be verified with the county.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Tom Green County, TX? ▸
To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Tom Green County, TX, follow these steps: 1. Determine project type and applicable county requirements (septic, subdivision, floodplain, or general building permit if applicable). 2. Contact Tom Green County Environmental Health to verify permit requirements for your specific property and project type. 3. Prepare required application materials and supporting documentation. 4. Submit application materials to the county. 5. County staff reviews application and issues or denies permit. 6. Obtain required inspections during construction as specified by the county.
03 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Tom Green County, TX? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Tom Green County, TX via: 325-658-1038.
last verified April 2026
source Tom Green County Environmental Health ↗
entry id permits/texas/tom-green/unincorporated
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Tom Green County Environmental Health before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.