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

1. Contact the City of Barstow using the published city contact information. 2. Determine whether the request is a city variance, vendor permit, or county-handled septic matter rather than a general building permit. 3. If the matter is septic/OSSF, use the city's septic page and confirm requirements with Ward County as the county OSSF authority. 4. If the matter is a city-issued approval, obtain the relevant city form directly from the city website or city staff and confirm submission instructions with City Hall.

City Building Permits

Barstow, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Barstow, Texas. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Texas Ward County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Incorporated City of Barstow.

Department: City of Barstow
Address: 120 Mackey Ave, Barstow, TX 79719
Phone: (432) 445-6838
Email: cityadmin@cityofbarstowtx.org
Website: https://www.cityofbarstowtx.org/

Application Process

Contact the City of Barstow using the published city contact information.
Determine whether the request is a city variance, vendor permit, or county-handled septic matter rather than a general building permit.
If the matter is septic/OSSF, use the city's septic page and confirm requirements with Ward County as the county OSSF authority.
If the matter is a city-issued approval, obtain the relevant city form directly from the city website or city staff and confirm submission instructions with City Hall.

Source: City of Barstow

General Requirements

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Barstow to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Additional Resources

Zoning information: View zoning info
U.S. Census Place Verification
Texas Municipal League Directory
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 of Barstow before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Barstow Building Permit FAQ

How do I apply for a building permit in Barstow, TX?: 1. Contact the City of Barstow using the published city contact information. 2. Determine whether the request is a city variance, vendor permit, or county-handled septic matter rather than a general building permit. 3. If the matter is septic/OSSF, use the city's septic page and confirm requirements with Ward County as the county OSSF authority. 4. If the matter is a city-issued approval, obtain the relevant city form directly from the city website or city staff and confirm submission instructions with City Hall.

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