City Building Permits

Combes, TX Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Cameron County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Combes.

Department: City of Combes Building Inspections Division
Address: 21626 Hand Rd., Harlingen, TX 78552
Phone: (956) 425-7131
Website: https://cityofcombes.com/permits-and-forms.php

Online Permit Portal

Open Permits and Forms

Platform: City Permit Office • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

Download residential, commercial, swimming pool, or miscellaneous permit application
Complete application and relevant checklist
Prepare site plan and construction plans
Submit to City of Combes Building Inspections office
City staff reviews for compliance
Pay permit fees
Obtain permit before beginning work
Schedule required inspections

Typical processing time: Processing time varies; contact Building Inspections Division

Source: City of Combes Building Inspections Division

General Requirements

A building permit is required for all construction within the City of Combes.

Required Documents

Completed permit application
Relevant checklist
Site plan
Construction plans
Proof of ownership or authorization

Building code: City of Combes Building Code
Contractor requirements: Work without the required permit may trigger double permit fees and citations.

Fees

Penalty (no permit): Double permit fees for work without required permit

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Combes Building Inspections Division to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Additional Resources

Building code: City of Combes Building Code
Verify contractor license: TDLR Contractor 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 City of Combes Building 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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