Monahans, TX — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Permits and Licensing Department

Street address

112 W 2nd Street, Monahans, TX 79756

Phone

(432) 943-4343

city@cityofmonahans.org

Coverage

Incorporated City of Monahans.

Online portal

Permits and Licensing Page

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Monahans

Permits are required for any type of construction including changing, moving, or repairing walls, ceilings, electrical, heating/air-conditioning units, or plumbing work. Also applies to fences, decks, porch covers, arbors, garages, carports, storage buildings, remodels, additions, structure changes, swimming pools, spas, HVAC change-outs, and garage sales.

Required documents

Completed pre-application form

Building code: International Building Code 2018 edition; National Electrical Code 2017 edition; International Plumbing Code 2018 edition; International Fuel Gas Code 2018 edition; International Property Maintenance Code 2018 edition; International Fire Code 2018 edition; International Residential Code 2018 edition
Contractor requirements: All contractors doing construction-related business must register with the city. Remodelers and handymen are also required to register. The city keeps copies of contractor licenses, insurance, and bonds on file.

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Review the Permits and Licensing page to determine the permit type.
02

Download and complete the city's pre-application form for building, plumbing, and/or electrical permits.
03

Email the completed form to city@cityofmonahans.org or deliver it to City Hall.
04

If you are a contractor, make sure contractor registration materials are on file with the city.
05

Coordinate with the Permit Clerk and Building Inspector for review and project-specific issuance requirements.

Source: Permits and Licensing Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Monahans building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$25

Permit fee formula

Plumbing/electrical: 0.01 cents per square foot with $25 minimum; building-new construction: 0.05 cents per square foot with $25 minimum; remodeling/carport/porch: 0.03 cents per square foot with $25 minimum

Online fee payments available through Certified Payments.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

(432) 943-4343 (phone)

Inspection hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Source: Permits and Licensing Department ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Monahans permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Monahans, TX? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in Monahans, TX? ▸

Building permit fees in Monahans, TX are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $25. Fees are calculated as: Plumbing/electrical: 0.01 cents per square foot with $25 minimum; building-new construction: 0.05 cents per square foot with $25 minimum; remodeling/carport/porch: 0.03 cents per square foot with $25 minimum.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Monahans, TX? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Monahans, TX, follow these steps: 1. Review the Permits and Licensing page to determine the permit type. 2. Download and complete the city's pre-application form for building, plumbing, and/or electrical permits. 3. Email the completed form to city@cityofmonahans.org or deliver it to City Hall. 4. If you are a contractor, make sure contractor registration materials are on file with the city. 5. Coordinate with the Permit Clerk and Building Inspector for review and project-specific issuance requirements.

04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Monahans, TX? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Monahans, TX via: (432) 943-4343.

last verified April 2026 source Permits and Licensing Department ↗ entry id permits/texas/ward/monahans

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Permits and Licensing Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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