Decatur, TX — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Development Services, City of Decatur

Street address

1601 S State St., Decatur, TX 76234

Phone

(940) 393-0250

development@decaturtx.org

Coverage

Applies within Decatur city limits.

Online portal

GovWell

Website

Department website

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Decatur

Permits are required for work regulated by the adopted building codes within Decatur city limits.

Required documents

Electronic permit application
Contractor registration
Plans/documents required for the selected permit type

Building code: Effective January 1, 2025: 2021 IBC, IRC, IMC, IFC, IECC, IFGC, IEBC, ISPSC, IPC, 2023 NEC, and NCTCOG amendments.
Contractor requirements: Contractors must complete the contractor registration process before online permit use.

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: City review timeframes page lists 7 business days for residential and 7 business days for commercial building permits. Inspection requests called in before 3:30 PM are scheduled for the following business day.

01

Visit GovWell at https://app.govwelltech.com/decatur.
02

Create an account.
03

Complete contractor registration.
04

Select the needed building permit application and submit electronically.
05

Respond to review comments and pay fees in GovWell.
06

After issuance, schedule inspections in GovWell or by calling the inspection line.

Typical processing time: City review timeframes page lists 7 business days for residential and 7 business days for commercial building permits. Inspection requests called in before 3:30 PM are scheduled for the following business day.

Source: Development Services, City of Decatur ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Effective November 1, 2025

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$100 for residential permits if no square footage is involved

Plan check fee

Included in city fee ordinance, but not fully exposed in searchable snippet reviewed.

Permit fee formula

Mixed. New-construction building permits at $0.94 per square foot under Ordinance 2025-11-43, with other permit categories in the city fee schedule ordinance.

Online features in GovWell include paying fees.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective November 1, 2025) before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

GovWell (online)
(940) 393-0259 (phone)

Scheduling deadline: Requests called in prior to 3:30 PM are scheduled for the following business day.

Typical sequence: Various inspections are required during construction up to final certificate of occupancy.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Decatur permits

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

Permits are required for work regulated by the adopted building codes within Decatur city limits.

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

Building permit fees in Decatur, TX are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $100 for residential permits if no square footage is involved. Fees are calculated as: Mixed. New-construction building permits at $0.94 per square foot under Ordinance 2025-11-43, with other permit categories in the city fee schedule ordinance.. Plan check fee: Included in city fee ordinance, but not fully exposed in searchable snippet reviewed..

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

To apply for a building permit in Decatur, TX, follow these steps: 1. Visit GovWell at https://app.govwelltech.com/decatur. 2. Create an account. 3. Complete contractor registration. 4. Select the needed building permit application and submit electronically. 5. Respond to review comments and pay fees in GovWell. 6. After issuance, schedule inspections in GovWell or by calling the inspection line.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Decatur, TX? ▸

Building permit processing times in Decatur, TX typically run City review timeframes page lists 7 business days for residential and 7 business days for commercial building permits. Inspection requests called in before 3:30 PM are scheduled for the following business day.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Decatur, TX? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Decatur, TX via: GovWell, (940) 393-0259. Requests called in prior to 3:30 PM are scheduled for the following business day..

last verified April 2026 source Development Services, City of Decatur ↗ entry id permits/texas/wise/decatur

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Development Services, City of Decatur before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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