Commercial

Building Permits are required for all proposed commercial projects. Permit fees vary according to the type of project.  All proposed projects require a plan review process.

 

**The City has adopted a revised Building Fee Schedule, effective June 11, 2026. The updated fees will apply to all applicable permit applications submitted on or after the effective date.

Please reference to the documents below for the complete fee schedule.

 

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Application
• Warranty Deed
• Two (2) 24x36 Site Plans

 

REVIEW PROCESS

• Site plans will be reviewed for compliance with 2021 IBC Codes and City Ordinances
• May take up to one week

 

PERMITTING

• Upon site plan approval and collection of fees, permits will be issued.
• Permits are issued on Tuesdays and Thursdays after 1pm.

 

Sub-Contractors License & Insurance 

• All sections of the application must be completed in full. Applications with missing or incomplete information will be placed on hold and will not be processed until all required information has been provided.
• A copy of the contractor’s current license and proof of insurance must be provided for each project and permit application.

• Proof of insurance must list the following as the Certificate Holder:

  The City of Palmhurst
  4417 N. Shary Rd.
  Palmhurst, TX 78573

 

Stormwater (Large Project)

• SWP3 (Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan) 
• NOI (Notice of Intent, Per TECQ) 
• Large Construction Notice (Per TCEQ Inventory) 
• Detailed Erosion Control Plan (Silt Fence, Construction Entrance, Inlet Protection, Concrete Washout) 

 

For more detailed descriptions and requirements of commercial projects please use the links below.