City Building Permits

Godley, TX Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Johnson County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Godley.

Department
Permit Technician / City Hall
Address
200 W Railroad Avenue, Godley, TX 76044
Phone
817-389-3539
Website
https://www.godleytx.gov/163/Permits-Licenses-Forms

Online Permit Portal

Open

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

Application Process

  1. Download the appropriate permit application (commercial or residential) from the Permits page.
  2. Prepare construction plans and supporting documentation.
  3. Complete the permit application with all required information.
  4. Submit application to the Permit Technician (Michelle Clore, ext. 107) by email or in person.
  5. City staff reviews for code compliance and completeness.
  6. Pay applicable permit fees.
  7. Obtain permit authorization before construction begins.
  8. Schedule any required inspections by contacting the Permit Technician.

Typical processing time: Typically 1-2 weeks for complete applications.

Source: Permit Technician / City Hall

General Requirements

Building permits are required for new construction, additions, alterations, pools, and other regulated work within the City of Godley.

Required Documents

  • Completed permit application (commercial or residential)
  • Construction plans and specifications
  • Site plan
  • Proof of property ownership or authorization
  • Contractor license information (if applicable)
Building code
Adopted 2015 International Building, Energy Conservation, Plumbing, Residential, Property Maintenance, Fuel Gas, and Fire Codes, 2014 National Electrical Code, and 2017 North Central Texas public works standards, with NCTCOG amendments.
Owner-builder
Owner-builders may perform work on residential property subject to city requirements.
Contractor requirements
Contractors must hold a valid Texas TDLR license.

Fees

Permit fee formula
Contact Permit Technician for current fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Permit Technician / City Hall to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 817-389-3539 ext. 107 (Permit Technician) (phone)
Inspection hours
Standard city business hours.

Typical inspection sequence: Required inspections during construction phases; contact Permit Technician to schedule.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Permit Technician / City Hall 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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