Commercial Building Permit (New Construction, Addition & Remodel) — Fort Worth, Texas · Requirements sheet
Reviewed 2026-09-06 · Source: https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/development-services/permits/commercial
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Commercial Building Permit (New Construction, Addition & Remodel) in Fort Worth, Texas
Required for new commercial construction, commercial accessory buildings, remodels and additions to commercial or industrial buildings (multifamily projects are treated as commercial). The building permit must be obtained and issued before a trade permit (electrical/mechanical/plumbing) can be applied for. Permits are not required for cosmetic remodels or plumbing fixture replacement.
Reviewed 2026-09-06 · Source
When you need this permit
- Projects with construction costs of $50,000 or more must register with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation for Architectural Barriers (TABS) and provide the registration number at time of application
- Building permit must be issued before trade permits (electrical, mechanical, plumbing) can be applied for
- Additional requirements may apply depending on property location, zoning, or area design guidelines
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Fee schedule
Review timeline
Inspection process
- 1
Stakeout Inspection (105)
- 2
Foundation (115)
- 3
Wall Sheathing (108)
- 4
Framing Inspection (110)
- 5
Rated Construction (155)
- 6
Building Final (100)
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Tips
- The Expedited Plan Review (X Team) is available for commercial or residential building permits of any project size
- Fillable application packets differ by project type: New Commercial, Additions, Remodels, Accessory Structures, and Change of Use each have their own packet
Frequently asked questions
Sources & verification
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