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City of Elmendorf

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

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Code Compliance Department

Street address
8304 FM 327, Elmendorf, TX 78112
Phone
(210) 635-8210
Email
permits@elmendorf-tx.com
Coverage
All properties within the incorporated City of Elmendorf limits in Wilson County. Note: Elmendorf lies partly in Wilson County and partly in Bexar County; parcel-level jurisdiction should be verified.
Online portal
City of Elmendorf Permits
CivicPlus city website forms page
Website
Department website
Additional resources
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Elmendorf

A permit is required to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, or demolish a building or structure; change occupancy; install, alter, repair, remove, convert, or replace electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing systems regulated by city or state code; and import a manufactured or modular home.

Required documents
  • Detailed permit application
  • Scope of work
  • Detailed drawings and plans where applicable
  • Any additional information requested by the city or Bureau Veritas
Building code
International Building Code editions and city ordinances as reviewed by Bureau Veritas
§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Contact the City of Elmendorf about the planned project or start the application through City Hall.
  2. 02
    The property owner or an authorized agent submits a detailed application.
  3. 03
    Include the scope of work and detailed drawings and plans where applicable.
  4. 04
    The city submits the application to Bureau Veritas for review.
  5. 05
    Provide any additional information requested during review.
  6. 06
    After approval and any required pre-work inspections, the city issues the permit.
  7. 07
    Complete city-required inspections during and after construction.

Source: Code Compliance Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Elmendorf building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$30.55 for non-1 and 2 family structures valued from $1.00 to $500.00
02
Plan check fee
Plan review fee is 65 percent of the permit fee
03
Permit fee formula
Mixed schedule. New 1 and 2 family residential construction starts at $1,020.50 for 0 to 1,500 square feet, then increases by square footage. Other structures use a valuation-based schedule.
04
Trade permit fee
$130.00 per trade for building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fuel gas for residential alteration and addition

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • (210) 635-8210 (phone)
Inspection hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Typical sequence: Application, Bureau Veritas review, permit issuance, inspections during construction, and final compliance review.

Source: Code Compliance Department ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Elmendorf permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Elmendorf, TX? ▸
A permit is required to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, or demolish a building or structure; change occupancy; install, alter, repair, remove, convert, or replace electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing systems regulated by city or state code; and import a manufactured or modular home.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Elmendorf, TX? ▸
Building permit fees in Elmendorf, TX are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $30.55 for non-1 and 2 family structures valued from $1.00 to $500.00. Fees are calculated as: Mixed schedule. New 1 and 2 family residential construction starts at $1,020.50 for 0 to 1,500 square feet, then increases by square footage. Other structures use a valuation-based schedule.. Plan check fee: Plan review fee is 65 percent of the permit fee.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Elmendorf, TX? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Elmendorf, TX, follow these steps: 1. Contact the City of Elmendorf about the planned project or start the application through City Hall. 2. The property owner or an authorized agent submits a detailed application. 3. Include the scope of work and detailed drawings and plans where applicable. 4. The city submits the application to Bureau Veritas for review. 5. Provide any additional information requested during review. 6. After approval and any required pre-work inspections, the city issues the permit. 7. Complete city-required inspections during and after construction.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Elmendorf, TX? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Elmendorf, TX via: (210) 635-8210.
last verified April 2026 source Code Compliance Department ↗ entry id permits/texas/wilson/elmendorf
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