City Building Permits

Richmond, TX Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Fort Bend County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Richmond.

Department: Building Department
Address: 402 Morton Street, Richmond, TX 77469
Phone: 281-342-5456
Website: https://www.richmondtx.gov/departments/building-department/customer-service-portal

Online Permit Portal

Open My Government Online (MGO)

Platform: MyGovernmentOnline • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only

Application Process

Source: Building Department

General Requirements

Building permits are required for construction activities as defined by adopted building codes and local ordinance.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

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

Inspections

How to Schedule

Additional Resources

Verify contractor license: 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 Building Department 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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