City Building Permits

Venus, TX Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Johnson County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Venus.

Department
Permits Department / Planning & Permits
Address
700 W. US Highway 67, Venus, TX 76084
Phone
972-366-3348 ext. 201
Website
https://www.cityofvenus.org/permits-department

Online Permit Portal

Open

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

Application Process

  1. Review permit requirements on the Permits Department website.
  2. Prepare construction plans, site plans, and supporting technical documents.
  3. Download and complete the appropriate permit application for your project type.
  4. Submit completed application and documents to the Permits Department by email or in person.
  5. Permits Department reviews application for code compliance and completeness.
  6. Pay applicable permit fees upon approval.
  7. Obtain permit authorization before construction begins.
  8. Schedule required inspections through Permits Department during construction phases.

Typical processing time: Varies by project type; typically 1-2 weeks.

Source: Permits Department / Planning & Permits

General Requirements

Building permits are required for new construction, remodeling, repairs, additions, lawn sprinklers, electrical, plumbing, HVAC work, and other structural or systems alterations.

Required Documents

  • Completed permit application
  • Construction plans and specifications
  • Site plan
  • Proof of property ownership or authorization
  • Contractor license information (if applicable)
  • Trade-specific permits (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) as needed
Building code
Adopted 2021 International Building, Residential, Mechanical, Fuel Gas, Plumbing, and Energy Conservation Codes plus the 2020 National Electrical Code.
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 Permits Department for current fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

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

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 972-366-3348 ext. 201 (phone)
  • permits@cityofvenus.org (email)
Inspection hours
Standard city business hours.

Typical inspection sequence: Inspections conducted during construction phases: foundation, framing, MEP rough-in, insulation, drywall, and final building inspection.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Permits Department / Planning & Permits 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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