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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Ivanhoe
Permits required for new single-family construction, manufactured homes, additions, pre-built homes, accessory and storage buildings, carports, driveways and parking, electrical, fences, patios and decks, propane installation, signs, spas and hot tubs, swimming pools, timber and tree removal, water wells, culverts, demolition of large structures, and on-site septic installation.
- Application (application must be submitted at least 4 working days before work starts so the city can review the application and verify contractor information)
- Building code
- Chapter 152 Building Code, Chapter 150 Flood Damage Prevention, Chapter 154 Zoning, and Chapter 51 On-Site Sewage Facilities and Sewage Disposal (exact code editions should be obtained directly from City Hall)
- Owner-builder
- The home or property owner must secure their own permit when they are doing the work themselves.
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors are required to obtain their own permit. The city verifies contractor information during permit review.
Application process
Typical processing: Applications must be submitted at least 4 working days before work commences; no end-to-end issuance time guarantee was found
- 01 Verify the parcel is inside Ivanhoe city limits.
- 02 Review the permit page and determine the project type (new construction, additions, accessory buildings, electrical, driveway, fence, deck, pool, culvert, demolition, septic, or other listed categories).
- 03 Apply online through the iWorQ permit portal or contact City Hall for in-person handling.
- 04 Submit the application at least 4 working days before work starts.
- 05 City Office reviews online submissions for approval.
- 06 After approval and permit number assignment, pay online or through City Hall.
- 07 Once payment is received, the city issues the permit by email or in person at City Hall.
- 08 Schedule the required inspections.
Typical processing time: Applications must be submitted at least 4 working days before work commences; no end-to-end issuance time guarantee was found
Source: City of Ivanhoe / City Hall ↗
Fee schedule
Effective March 10, 2025
Once a permit number has been assigned, payment can be made online; after payment, the permit is emailed
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective March 10, 2025) before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Contact City Hall (in-person)
- Inspection hours
- City Hall hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday
Typical sequence: For new single-family construction: 1st inspection when form is ready for pier and beams; 2nd inspection at framing and dried in before sheetrock; 3rd inspection when ready for habitation; certificate of occupancy also listed
Source: City of Ivanhoe / City Hall ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about Ivanhoe permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Ivanhoe, TX? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Ivanhoe, TX? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Ivanhoe, TX? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Ivanhoe, TX? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Ivanhoe, TX? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Ivanhoe / City Hall before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.