How much does a building permit cost in Mineola, TX?

The minimum permit fee is $50 for many listed permit categories, including accessory buildings, demolition, decks, fences, temporary poles, and base trade permits. Fees are calculated as: Mixed. New residential construction is $0.20 per square foot. New commercial and industrial construction is $0.25 per square foot. Residential and commercial repair, alteration, and addition permits are per square foot with a $50 minimum. Trade permits use base fees plus per-square-foot surcharges.. Plan check fee: Commercial plan review is $0.0625 per square foot. Residential plan review is no charge..

How do I apply for a building permit in Mineola, TX?

1. Determine whether the project is new residential, remodel, commercial, certificate of occupancy, sign, or another permit type and use the applicable Mineola procedure or form. 2. Prepare the required plans. Residential intake requires a completed application, 2 site plans to scale, and 2 full sets of working plans. Commercial intake requires 2 complete sets of plans with an extra set of civil drawings. 3. Submit the application and plans to Building Inspection for verification of platting, zoning, lot and block information, and address. 4. Pay the plan review fee where applicable before review begins. Commercial procedures expressly require a plan review fee at intake. 5. The City Engineer, Public Works, Fire Inspector / Fire Marshal, and Code Enforcement review the package as applicable. 6. After approvals, Building Inspection issues the permit and the applicant pays the permit fee. 7. Call inspections at least the day before needed and obtain final inspection and certificate of occupancy before occupancy.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Mineola, TX?

Inspections can be scheduled via: City Hall at 903-569-6183. Inspections received by 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday will be performed the next business day..

City Building Permits

Mineola, TX - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Wood County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Mineola.

Department: Building / Code Enforcement Services Department, Building Inspection Department
Address: 300 Greenville Highway, Mineola, TX 75773
Phone: 903-569-6183; Building Inspection 903-569-2535
Email: info@mineola.com
Website: https://www.mineola.com/page/building-code-enforcement

Application Process

Determine whether the project is new residential, remodel, commercial, certificate of occupancy, sign, or another permit type and use the applicable Mineola procedure or form.
Prepare the required plans. Residential intake requires a completed application, 2 site plans to scale, and 2 full sets of working plans. Commercial intake requires 2 complete sets of plans with an extra set of civil drawings.
Submit the application and plans to Building Inspection for verification of platting, zoning, lot and block information, and address.
Pay the plan review fee where applicable before review begins. Commercial procedures expressly require a plan review fee at intake.
The City Engineer, Public Works, Fire Inspector / Fire Marshal, and Code Enforcement review the package as applicable.
After approvals, Building Inspection issues the permit and the applicant pays the permit fee.
Call inspections at least the day before needed and obtain final inspection and certificate of occupancy before occupancy.

Typical processing time: No fixed plan-review turnaround was posted. Inspections called in by 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday are to be performed the next business day.

Source: Building / Code Enforcement Services Department, Building Inspection Department

General Requirements

Mineola's Building Inspection materials cover new residential and commercial construction, remodels, additions, swimming pools, accessory buildings, certificates of occupancy, signs, driveways, culverts, water and sewer related work, and trade permits.

Required Documents

Completed permit application
Site plans
Surveys
Floor plans and elevations
Foundation details and wall sections
Door and window schedule
MEP design
Civil drawings for commercial work
Erosion control plan
Asbestos survey for qualifying remodel and demolition work

Building code: Public Mineola materials conflict. The Building Requirements PDF lists 2021 IBC, IRC, IFC, IPC, IFGC, IMC, IECC, IEBC, IPMC, and 2020 NEC. The webpage still says 2015 IBC and 2014 NEC. Verify current code editions directly with Building Inspection.
Owner-builder: Residential remodel guidance notes the EPA lead rule applies where work on a pre-1978 residence is being done by anyone other than the homeowner on the homeowner's own homestead.
Contractor requirements: All contractors working within Mineola's jurisdiction must have a city business registration, satisfy applicable state licensing requirements, and provide proof of commercial general liability insurance.

Fees

Minimum permit fee: $50 for many listed permit categories, including accessory buildings, demolition, decks, fences, temporary poles, and base trade permits
Plan check fee: Commercial plan review is $0.0625 per square foot. Residential plan review is no charge.
Permit fee formula: Mixed. New residential construction is $0.20 per square foot. New commercial and industrial construction is $0.25 per square foot. Residential and commercial repair, alteration, and addition permits are per square foot with a $50 minimum. Trade permits use base fees plus per-square-foot surcharges.
Trade permit fee: Base fees plus per-square-foot surcharges
Reinspection fee: Trip fees or reinspection fees may be assessed when an inspection is canceled after 8:00 a.m. or the site is not ready. Inspections outside normal business hours are $50 per hour with a 2-hour minimum.
Penalty (no permit): All permit fees double for projects started without a permit.
Payment note: Commercial procedures say plan review fees must be paid before review begins and permit fees are paid when the permit is issued.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Building / Code Enforcement Services Department, Building Inspection Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

City Hall at 903-569-6183 (phone)

Scheduling deadline: Inspections received by 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday will be performed the next business day.
Inspection hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: Public materials describe footing and foundation, trade slab rough-ins, framing, lath and gypsum board, fire and smoke penetration, energy-efficiency, other trade inspections, and final inspection before certificate of occupancy.

Additional Resources

Building code: Public Mineola materials conflict. The Building Requirements PDF lists 2021 IBC, IRC, IFC, IPC, IFGC, IMC, IECC, IEBC, IPMC, and 2020 NEC. The webpage still says 2015 IBC and 2014 NEC. Verify current code editions directly with Building Inspection.
Zoning information: View zoning info
Code Library
Certificate of Occupancy Application
License lookup guide: Texas Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Texas Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Texas hub: Texas Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Building / Code Enforcement Services Department, Building Inspection Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Mineola Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Mineola, TX?: Mineola's Building Inspection materials cover new residential and commercial construction, remodels, additions, swimming pools, accessory buildings, certificates of occupancy, signs, driveways, culverts, water and sewer related work, and trade permits.
How much does a building permit cost in Mineola, TX?: The minimum permit fee is $50 for many listed permit categories, including accessory buildings, demolition, decks, fences, temporary poles, and base trade permits. Fees are calculated as: Mixed. New residential construction is $0.20 per square foot. New commercial and industrial construction is $0.25 per square foot. Residential and commercial repair, alteration, and addition permits are per square foot with a $50 minimum. Trade permits use base fees plus per-square-foot surcharges.. Plan check fee: Commercial plan review is $0.0625 per square foot. Residential plan review is no charge..
How do I apply for a building permit in Mineola, TX?: 1. Determine whether the project is new residential, remodel, commercial, certificate of occupancy, sign, or another permit type and use the applicable Mineola procedure or form. 2. Prepare the required plans. Residential intake requires a completed application, 2 site plans to scale, and 2 full sets of working plans. Commercial intake requires 2 complete sets of plans with an extra set of civil drawings. 3. Submit the application and plans to Building Inspection for verification of platting, zoning, lot and block information, and address. 4. Pay the plan review fee where applicable before review begins. Commercial procedures expressly require a plan review fee at intake. 5. The City Engineer, Public Works, Fire Inspector / Fire Marshal, and Code Enforcement review the package as applicable. 6. After approvals, Building Inspection issues the permit and the applicant pays the permit fee. 7. Call inspections at least the day before needed and obtain final inspection and certificate of occupancy before occupancy.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Mineola, TX?: Typical processing time is No fixed plan-review turnaround was posted. Inspections called in by 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday are to be performed the next business day..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Mineola, TX?: Inspections can be scheduled via: City Hall at 903-569-6183. Inspections received by 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday will be performed the next business day..

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