Frequently Asked Questions

You may apply for permits in person at the Development Services Department located at: City Hall 907 E. Houston St. Cleveland, TX 77327 or by email at Permits@clevelandtexas.com.

Unfortunately we do not accept permits by fax. All applications are completed in the office or via email as there is documentation at time of permit issuance that requires signature(s).

View a schedule of permit fees.

Master Fee Schedule 2024

No appointment is necessary. Permits can be completed in person at City Hall Monday through Thursday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Friday 8:00 a.m. to noon. or via email at Permits@clevelandtexas.com.

Building permits are required for:

• Most construction; any electrical, plumbing, or HVAC (please call to be sure)
• Occupancy permits are required for electricity to be turned on, transferred, or name change for all commercial properties
• Occupancy permits are required for electricity to be turned on, transferred, or name change for all residential properties that have been without service for 6 months or more
• Culvert installation
• Driveways; roofing; demolitions
• Manufactured Home Placement

When is a Permit Required (PDF)

• 2015 International Building Code
• 2015 International Residential Code
• 2015 International Plumbing Code
• 2015 International Mechanical Code
• 2014 National Electrical Code
• 2015 International Property Maintenance Code
• 2015 International Fuel Gas Code
• 2015 International Fire Code
• 2015 International Energy Conservation Code
• 2015 International Existing Building Code
• 2015 ICC Performance Code for Buildings and Facilities
• 2015 International Private Sewage Disposal Code
• 2015 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
• 2015 International Green Construction Code
• 2015 International Solar Energy Code
• 2015 International Wildlife Urban Interface Code

No, beginning work without a permit will result in additional fees.

Yes, however the building must be approved by the building official before the permit will be issued.  Call for information or check the Manufactured Homes Section. 

If you are requesting power at a new location or transferring names on accounts for a commercial property you are required to have a permit. This permit may be obtained at the Development Services Department for a fee of $75 commerical. After the inspection is completed, a yellow tag is placed on the meter and the permit is sent to Entergy.

If you are requesting power at a new location or transferring names on accounts for a residential property and service has been disconnected for 3 month or more (site-built); 3 months or more for manufactured housing, you are required to have a permit. This permit may be obtained at the Development Services Department for a fee of $60. After the inspection is completed, a yellow tag is placed on the meter and the permit is sent to Entergy.

Yes; you need to acquire a permit and know materials and height. See the permit page for commercial and residential fence permits.  The fence ordinance is also listed there.  Permits are available at: 907 E. Houston St. Cleveland, TX 77327.

Submit your inspection request via email to permits@clevelandtexas.com

Please note Monday through Thursday Inspection cut-off time is 5:00p p.m. and Friday Inspection cut-off time is 11:30 a.m. 

• Permit Number
• Address of Job
• Contractor Name
• Contact Phone Number and Name
• Type of Inspection

All Contractors must fill out a contractor registration form available here or in our city office located at 907 E. Houston St, Cleveland, TX. Contractors must provide General Liability Insurance listing the City of Cleveland as the certificate holder, government issued ID, along with any applicable trade licenses.