City Building Permits

Universal City, TX Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Bexar County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Universal City.

Department: Development Services, Building and Inspections Division
Address: 2150 Universal City Boulevard, Universal City, TX 78148
Phone: 210-659-0333
Website: https://universalcitytexas.gov/416/Building-and-Inspections

Online Permit Portal

Open Building and Inspections

Platform: • Account required: No • Submission: Online only

Additional resources:

Application Process

Submit building permit application through city portal (newer) or legacy phone line (older permits)
City performs plan review
Obtain permit before starting work
Request inspections

Source: Development Services, Building and Inspections Division

General Requirements

Building permits and certificates of occupancy required for construction and regulated work within City of Universal City.

Building code: 2021 International Existing Building Code and 2023 National Electrical Code, with city amendments by ordinance

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Development Services, Building and Inspections Division to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Legacy inspection request phone line (phone)

Additional Resources

Building code: 2021 International Existing Building Code and 2023 National Electrical Code, with city amendments by ordinance
Verify contractor license: Texas TDLR License Lookup
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 Development Services, Building and Inspections Division before applying.

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Important: This page is an educational resource provided by jaspector.com. It is not legal advice, and it does not substitute for official guidance from the permit authority listed above. Permit requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the issuing department before beginning any construction project. Use of this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Jaspector assumes no liability for any outcomes arising from reliance on this information.

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