City of Wheeler

Wheeler code section 4.02.031 adopts a building code governing construction, alteration, removal, demolition, equipment, use and occupancy, location, and maintenance of buildings and structures. Permits are required for construction, alteration, moving, and demolition work.

Building code

National Building Code, Abbreviated Edition, 1967 edition, adopted by section 4.02.031 of the Wheeler city code.

Contractor requirements

No public Wheeler contractor-registration program was identified. State trade licensing still applies where Texas law requires it.

1. 01
   Confirm the property is inside Wheeler city limits.
2. 02
   Contact Wheeler City Hall or the city building official before starting work. The city code states permits are required by the adopted building code for construction, alteration, moving, and demolition work.
3. 03
   Submit the project information and any plans or documents the building official requires. Obtain application materials directly from City Hall.
4. 04
   Pay the required permit fee before permit issuance. City code states no permit may be issued until the prescribed fee has been paid.
5. 05
   Wait for the city to issue the permit before beginning work.
6. 06
   Coordinate required inspections with the city building official during construction.
7. 07
   Obtain final approval from the city after the work is completed.

Source: Building Official, City of Wheeler ↗

Payment is made directly at City Hall. No online building-permit payment portal was identified.

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

Typical sequence: Typical sequence: permit application and fee payment, permit issuance, city inspections during construction as directed by the building official, final approval.