City Building Permits

Hondo, TX Building Permit Guide

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

Texas Medina County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Hondo.

Department: Development Services / Code Compliance
Address: 1600 Avenue M, Hondo, Texas 78861
Phone: 830-426-4737
Website: https://www.hondo-tx.org/167/Development-Services

Online Permit Portal

Open City of Hondo Permit Application

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

Additional resources:

Building Inspections

Application Process

Download the construction permit application from the city's permit page.
Prepare the required residential and non-residential permit checklists and supporting documents.
Submit the application and documents via email to the Code Compliance officer.
City staff reviews the application for completeness and code compliance.
Pay permit fees upon approval.
Obtain the permit before starting work.

Typical processing time: Contact the city for specific processing timeframes.

Source: Development Services / Code Compliance

General Requirements

Building permits are required for new construction, demolition, and remodeling projects within the City of Hondo.

Required Documents

Construction permit application
Residential or non-residential permit checklist
Site plan
Construction plans

Building code: 2015 IBC, 2015 IRC, 2015 IMC, 2015 IPC, 2015 IFC, 2017 NEC

Fees

Permit fee formula: Contact city for fee information.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Development Services / Code Compliance to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

830-426-4737 (phone)

Additional Resources

Building code: 2015 IBC, 2015 IRC, 2015 IMC, 2015 IPC, 2015 IFC, 2017 NEC
Verify contractor license: Texas License 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 Development Services / Code Compliance 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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