City Building Permits
Keene, TX Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in Keene, Texas. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
All properties within the incorporated City of Keene.
- Department
- Neighborhood & Development Services / Building Development
- Address
- 1000 N Old Betsy Rd, Cleburne, TX 76031
- Phone
- 817-641-3336 ext. 101 (director) or ext. 130 (permit technician)
Online Permit Portal
Platform: iWorQ • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only
Additional resources:
Application Process
- Review building permit requirements and the residential development packet on the Building Development page.
- Prepare construction plans and site plans meeting city standards; verify zoning and platting compliance.
- Create an account in the iWorQ portal at https://keenetxpermits.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/keenetxpermits
- Submit completed permit application and supporting documents through iWorQ, or email to permits@keenetx.com
- City staff and third-party inspector review application for code compliance.
- Pay applicable permit fees upon approval.
- Obtain permit authorization before construction begins.
- Schedule inspections through iWorQ or by contacting Development Services.
Typical processing time: Varies by project complexity; typically 1-2 weeks.
Source: Neighborhood & Development Services / Building Development
General Requirements
Building permits cannot be issued until all zoning and platting prerequisites are satisfied. Permits are required for new construction, additions, and alterations.
Required Documents
- Completed permit application
- Construction plans and specifications
- Site plan showing property boundaries
- Proof of zoning compliance
- Proof of property ownership or authorization
- Contractor license and registration (if applicable)
- Building code
- Adopted 2018 International Building, Plumbing, Energy Conservation, Fire, Mechanical, Fuel Gas, and Property Maintenance Codes, 2017 National Electrical Code, 2009 ICC Performance Code, and 2018 NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, with NCTCOG and local 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 and register with the city.
Fees
- Permit fee formula
- Contact Development Services for current fee schedule.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the Neighborhood & Development Services / Building Development to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- iWorQ portal (online)
- 817-641-3336 ext. 130 (phone)
- permits@keenetx.com (email)
- Inspection hours
- Standard city business hours.
Typical inspection sequence: Keene uses a third-party inspection company. Required inspections include foundation, framing, MEP rough-in, insulation, drywall, and final building inspections.
Additional Resources
- Building code: Adopted 2018 International Building, Plumbing, Energy Conservation, Fire, Mechanical, Fuel Gas, and Property Maintenance Codes, 2017 National Electrical Code, 2009 ICC Performance Code, and 2018 NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, with NCTCOG and local amendments.
- Verify contractor license: Texas 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 Neighborhood & Development Services / Building Development before applying.
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