City Building Permits

Odessa, TX Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Ector County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Odessa.

Department: Development Department, Building Inspections Division
Address: 411 W. 8th Street, Odessa, TX 79761
Phone: 432-335-3211
Website: https://www.odessa-tx.gov/1222/Building-Inspection-Permits

Online Permit Portal

Open MGO Connect

Platform: MGO Connect • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only

Additional resources:

Application Process

Visit MGO Connect and create an account or log in.
Select the appropriate permit type for your project.
Upload required application materials, plans, and supporting documents.
Pay application and plan-check fees through the portal.
City staff reviews completeness and routes for plan review.
Respond to any correction comments and resubmit revised documents if required.
Pay remaining permit fees and obtain permit issuance before starting work.

Typical processing time: Processing times vary by permit type. Contact Building Inspections Division for specific timelines.

Source: Development Department, Building Inspections Division

General Requirements

Building permits are required for commercial and residential projects within the City of Odessa, including building permits, certificates of occupancy, electrical permits, plumbing permits, mechanical permits, demolition permits, sign permits, and water well permits.

Building code: 2018 ICC codes (effective July 1, 2018) with local amendments.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

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

Inspections

How to Schedule

Additional Resources

Building code: 2018 ICC codes (effective July 1, 2018) with local amendments.
Verify contractor license: Texas License Lookup (TDLR)
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 Department, Building Inspections Division before applying.

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