City Building Permits

Chico, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Wise County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Applies within Chico city limits.

Department
City of Chico / Chico City Hall
Address
400 S. Hovey, Chico, TX 76431
Phone
(940) 644-2435
Website
https://www.chico.texas.gov/where

Online Permit Portal

Open CivicPlus forms directory

Platform: CivicPlus forms directory • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Download the correct permit form from the city's forms directory.
  2. Prepare any required plan-submittal materials such as the published residential or commercial checklists.
  3. Submit materials to Chico City Hall.
  4. Pay permit fees as required by the city.
  5. Wait for city review and permit issuance before work begins.
  6. Complete required inspections and obtain certificate of occupancy where applicable.

Source: City of Chico / Chico City Hall

General Requirements

City publishes residential, commercial, demolition, miscellaneous, and certificate-of-occupancy forms, plus new residential and commercial submittal requirements.

Required Documents

  • Varies by permit type
  • City posts checklists and submittal requests for residential and commercial work
Permit validity
Residential permit application states a permit becomes null and void if work is not commenced within 180 days or if work is suspended or abandoned for 180 days.
Building code
The city zoning ordinance references a Building Inspector and building codes, but no current public page listing the adopted code editions was found.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

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

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours
Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Permit pages indicate a checklist-driven process for residential and commercial inspections.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Chico / Chico City Hall before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Chico Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Chico, TX?
City publishes residential, commercial, demolition, miscellaneous, and certificate-of-occupancy forms, plus new residential and commercial submittal requirements.
How do I apply for a building permit in Chico, TX?
1. Download the correct permit form from the city's forms directory. 2. Prepare any required plan-submittal materials such as the published residential or commercial checklists. 3. Submit materials to Chico City Hall. 4. Pay permit fees as required by the city. 5. Wait for city review and permit issuance before work begins. 6. Complete required inspections and obtain certificate of occupancy where applicable.

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