PERMITS:
Thank you for considering building in Annetta. Not all required permits are listed. If you are unsure if you need a permit, please call our office at (817) 441-5770 or email permits@annettatx.gov.
BEFORE SUBMITTING FOR A PERMIT:
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IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBLITY TO REVIEW Zoning Ordinance 215 A, Ordinance 168- Building Code and our Engineering Design Manual for requirements on your project.
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If you live in an HOA, it is your responsibility to get HOA approvals. Consult your HOA point of contact for requirements.
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Roll off containers shall be provided by Republic Services only. Republic Services is the contract refuse removal service for Annetta. Contact Republic Services at (817) 441-2303.
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Incomplete permit packages will be rejected. They are not considered accepted for preliminary document review until all documents and required information are received.
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Please review the permit packet and use the checklist to ensure a successful submittal.
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Collect all documents to include contractor registries and submit together.
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All PDF files submitted must be named with the correct name of document.
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Once your package has been accepted and permit payment received, we will send it to Bureau Veritas for plan review if necessary. This may take up to 10 days once they have received it.
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Please call Bureau Veritas if you are unsure what inspections are required at (877) 837-8775.
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Call Dig Tess at 811 to ensure you are clear for digging. The Town of Annetta does not mark lines on private property. If a water or sewer locate is needed, you must call to schedule during business hours. After hours Water/Sewer emergencies call 682-261-2341.
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The Town of Annetta only allows one sewer tap per property. You may not have a second water tap without special permission.
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All permits issued require inspections and a passing Final inspection whether by contractor or homeowner.
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To keep your permit active, you must have inspections. The most recent inspection keeps your permit active for another 6 months. If you allow your permit to expire, you may be required to pull a new permit.
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Call Bureau Veritas at 877-837-8775 to schedule inspection appointments before 4 pm for next day inspection.
All new and previously registered contractors must complete the new form.
Submit to permits@annettatx.gov
*NEW HOMES AND REMODELS PERMIT APPLICATION
Review all documents and follow the checklist.
Name each file to match the document and submit to permits@annettatx.gov.
*ACCESSORY UNIT PERMIT APPLICATION
Review all documents and follow the checklist.
Name each file to match the document in PDF format and submit to permits@annettatx.gov.
*ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT PERMIT APPLICATION
Review all documents and follow the checklist.
Name each file to match the document in PDF format and submit to permits@annettatx.gov.
**VARIANCE, SUP & SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS
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Step 1: Email City Secretary at citysecretary@annettatx.gov to begin the process.
For your first appointment, please have building plans and site plan. Site plan must include measurements
and distances. (You may use your legal survey.)
Click here for fees listed on the Fee Schedule
You will have to go before a board or City Council for approval. See Ordinance 215-A for details on SUPS, Variances,
and Special Exceptions.
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Step 2. Approvals likely require a permit. Contact permits@annettatx.gov or call us at 817-441-5770 for more information.
See permit application packages above or below for details.
SINGLE PERMIT APPLICATION Not all required permits may be listed.
Review all documents and follow the checklist.
Name each file to match the document in PDF format and submit to permits@annettatx.gov.
Single Permit is for single contractor projects not requiring plan review.
HVAC Change-out
Electrical (Outdoor Lighting Form available upon request)
Plumbing
Propane connected inside home or accessory dwelling unit (click) Site plan required.
Solar (Electrical only)
Demolition - APPROVAL REQUIRED
Review all documents and follow the checklist.
Name each file to match the document in PDF format and submit to permits@annettatx.gov.
Barrier to be complete before water may be added to pool.
The Town of Annetta partners with Cooks Children's Hospital to provide information and swim aware bracelets and Water Watcher Tag. You will be issued these items with your permit. It only takes seconds to drown. For more lifesaving tips, videos and resources, visit: Lifeguard Your Child- Pool Safety
Plans must be stamped approved by Oncor or Tri County.
Required inspections: Stake out, belly steel, deck steel, fence/barrier before water, pre-plaster, electric, gas and building final.
IRRIGATION/BACKFLOW TEST APPLICATION
Review all documents and follow the checklist.
Name each file to match the document in PDF format and submit to permits@annettatx.gov.
A passing backflow test result must be provided annually for each device.
Download this form and complete. Bring to 450 Thunder Head Lane. Please read Ordinance 150 for details.