City Building Permits

Mission, TX Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Hidalgo County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the City of Mission.

Department: Planning Department / Inspections Division
Phone: (956) 580-8691
Website: https://missiontexas.us/city-departments/planning-department/

Online Permit Portal

Open City of Mission Planning Department

Platform: City planning department • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

Download the building permit application from the city website or obtain from the Planning Department.
Prepare construction plans and project scope information.
Submit completed application and all required documents to the Planning Department / Inspections Division.
City staff reviews permit applications for all new buildings.
Applicant receives inspection schedule and requirements.
Schedule inspections with the Inspections Division as work progresses.

Typical processing time: Not specified in available documentation

Source: Planning Department / Inspections Division

General Requirements

Building permits are required for all new buildings and construction in the City of Mission.

Required Documents

Completed building permit application
Construction plans
Project scope information

Contractor requirements: Contractors must comply with city and state regulations regarding licenses and qualifications.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Planning Department / Inspections Division to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

(956) 580-8691 (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: The Inspections Division reviews building permit applications for all new buildings and provides inspections to assure compliance with minimum building codes.

Additional Resources

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 Planning Department / 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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