City Building Permits

Groves, TX Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Jefferson County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Groves.

Department: Inspection and Permits Division
Address: Public Works Building, 4925 McKinley, Groves, TX
Phone: 409-960-5707
Email: dpedraza@cigrovestx.com , pmolbert@cigrovestx.com
Website: https://www.cigrovestx.com/page/pw.inspections

Online Permit Portal

Open City of Groves Inspections and Permits

Platform: • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

Obtain the appropriate building permit application from the Inspection and Permits Division
Submit the application with required documentation and site plans
Pay permit fees per the city's trade-fee sheet
Receive permit approval from the Building Official
Begin construction and schedule required inspections

Source: Inspection and Permits Division

General Requirements

Building permits required for new construction, alterations, and improvements on residential and commercial property within the City of Groves.

Required Documents

New-construction submittal requirements
Site plans

Building code: Adopted building codes and zoning ordinances
Contractor requirements: Subcontractors must obtain permits for trade work.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Inspection and Permits Division to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

409-960-5700 or 409-960-5701 (phone)

Additional Resources

Building code: Adopted building codes and zoning ordinances
Verify contractor license: TDLR License Status Search
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 Inspection and Permits 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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