How long does it take to get a building permit?
The time it takes to get a building permit depends on the type of permit. Generally residential permits are issued in 5-7 business days. Commercial projects take a little more time. The typical time frame is 21 days for the initial review and 7 days for a re-review.
How long is my building permit good for?
Issued permits will expire if work has not been started within 180 days after its issuance, or if the work is suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days after the time the work is started. The Building Official reserves the right to extend a permit for periods not more than 180 days for each request. An extension request must be made in writing and justifiable cause must be demonstrated.
Do I need to post my permit?
No, keep it for your records.
Can you as a homeowner act as your own general contactor?
In many cases yes, you must show proof of the Homestead Exemption on file with the County
http://www.wcad.org/appraisal/publicaccess and complete a
Homestead Affidavit.
What do I do if my building permit expires?
Another application and permitting fee will need to be submitted to the Building Inspection Department. If there are changes to the original scope of work, then a new set of drawings will also need to be submitted.
What do I need to bring to get a building permit?
All permits require a completed
Permit Application and the applicable permit application fees. Please see the
Permit Guides for more details on other required documents.
How do I get a building permit?
Contact the
Building Inspection Department. (Main Office: 512-401-5100)
Where is the Building Inspection Department located?
Our office is located at 600 N. Bell Blvd. Once you enter the building, the Building Inspection Department is on the second floor.
How do I arrange a building inspection?
Once your building permit is issued you will be given paperwork explaining how to call into the
automated inspection request system and request an inspection. If the permit was issued for a gas leak repair or emergency electrical service repair, the Building Inspection Department will dispatch an inspector once we are notified that the work has been completed.
How do I know if my building inspection has passed?
The inspector performing the inspection will leave a copy of the inspection tag on the job site. You can also call the
automated inspection system to hear the inspection results.
Where can I find the City building code?
The
City Code of Ordinances is available on-line. However, the online version in provided as a convenience and is updated only twice a year. For the most up-to-date version, the Library and the Building Inspection Department have printed copies for the public to review.
Local Electrical Code Ordinance amendments can be viewed in the
Code of Ordinances. (Ordinance #89-004).
Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Gas, & Fire Code references can be viewed at the Cedar Park Public Library, or may be purchased from International Code Council on their website at
http://www.iccsafe.org/e/category.html
For Williamson County
http://www.wilco.org, call the County Engineer at 930-3330.